PREvention and RESilience
World Tsunami Awareness Day: Raising Awareness and Preparing Future Generations Date: November 5 On December 26, 2004, a powerful earthquake in the Indian Ocean unleashed a catastrophic tsunami, resulting in the tragic loss of approximately 230,000 lives across 14 countries. This disaster, the first major global catastrophe of the 21st century, remains one of the […]
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World Cities Day 2024: Youth Spearheading Urban Climate Action 31 October 2024 This World Cities Day, the theme “Youth Leading Climate and Local Action for Cities” shines a spotlight on the pivotal role of young people in shaping sustainable urban futures. With cities projected to house 70% of the global population by 2050, urgent climate […]
International Days and Weeks, News, ORG, UN
Disarmament Week 2024: Advocating for a Safer, Weapon-Free World
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Disarmament Week 2024: Advocating for a Safer, Weapon-Free World Event Dates: October 24 – October 30 Every year, Disarmament Week highlights the critical importance of disarmament efforts in building a safer, more secure world. Beginning on October 24, which also marks the anniversary of the United Nations’ founding, this week-long observance has been a global […]
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Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2024: Championing Critical Thinking in a Digital Era Event Dates: October 24 – October 31 As the world marks Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week, this year’s observance emphasizes the growing need for digital literacy in an increasingly complex online environment. Under the theme, *“Media and Information Literacy […]
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United Nations Day 24 October: A Symbol of Hope for Global Unity United Nations Day, celebrated annually on 24 October, commemorates the anniversary of the UN Charter’s entry into force in 1945. On this day, the United Nations was officially established following the ratification of the Charter by a majority of its signatories, including the […]
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World Development Information Day 24 October – Mobilizing Public Opinion A crucial aspect of development efforts is engaging public opinion, both in developing and developed nations, to support established objectives and policies. Governments of more advanced nations must enhance their efforts to increase public awareness of the interconnected nature of development and the importance of […]
International Days and Weeks, News, ORG, UN
United Nations International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2024
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United Nations International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2024 Theme: Ending Social and Institutional Maltreatment Acting together for just, peaceful and inclusive societies. The 2024 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, organized by the United Nations, will focus on the theme “Ending Social and Institutional Maltreatment”. This year’s observance aims to bring attention […]
International Days and Weeks, News, ORG, UN
World Food Day 2024: “Water is Life, Water is Food” Highlights Critical Need for Water Security in Global Food Systems
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World Food Day 2024: “Water is Life, Water is Food” Highlights Critical Need for Water Security in Global Food Systems October 16, 2024 – Today, millions around the world are joining in the celebration of World Food Day 2024. This year’s theme, “Water is Life, Water is Food – Leave No One Behind,” underscores the […]
Giornata Internazionale delle Donne Rurali – 15 Ottobre NOTIZIE DI Satyajit Chowdhury Le Donne Rurali Sostengono la Natura per il Nostro Futuro Collettivo Raggiungere l’uguaglianza di genere e l’emancipazione delle donne non è solo la cosa giusta da fare, ma è anche un elemento cruciale nella lotta contro la povertà estrema, la fame e i […]
International Days and Weeks, News, ORG, UN
Giornata Internazionale per la Riduzione del Rischio di Catastrofi, 13 Ottobre
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Giornata Internazionale per la Riduzione del Rischio di Catastrofi, 13 Ottobre NOTIZIE DI Satyajit Chowdhury Responsabilizzare la prossima generazione per un futuro resiliente La Giornata Internazionale per la Riduzione del Rischio di Catastrofi 2024 pone l’accento sul ruolo dell’educazione nella protezione e nell’emancipazione dei bambini per un futuro libero da catastrofi. Molte catastrofi, spesso aggravate […]