Global
17 October 2018
The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty has been observed every year since 1993, when the United Nations General Assembly designated this day to promote awareness of…
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11 October 2018
In 2011, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution adopting 11 October as the International Day of the Girl Child, recognizing girls’ rights and the unique…
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18 September 2018
Established in 1945 under the Charter of the United Nations, the General Assembly is the chief policymaking of the United Nations. Composed all 193 Members of the United Nations,…
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19 August 2018
World Humanitarian Day is a time to recognize those who face danger and adversity in order to help others. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the spirit that inspires…
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12 August 2018
In 1999, the UN General Assembly designated 12 August as International Youth Day. It is an annual celebration of the role of young women and men as essential partners in…
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23 July 2018
The 22nd International AIDS Conference brings together experts and advocates from around the world. Together, they will present new findings on HIV and its prevention,…
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26 June 2018
The United Nations Population Award, which every year honours an individual and/or institution for outstanding contributions to population and reproductive health questions, was…
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23 May 2018
International Day to End Obstetric Fistula
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