World Children’s Day
Nov 20
World Children's Day on November 20 celebrates children's rights and well-being worldwide. Learn its UN history and how families and schools can…
International and national days that raise awareness of important causes, human rights and communities around the world.
13 days, starting with the next one coming up.
Nov 20
World Children's Day on November 20 celebrates children's rights and well-being worldwide. Learn its UN history and how families and schools can…
Dec 3
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3 promotes the rights, inclusion and contributions of disabled people worldwide.
Dec 5
International Volunteer Day on December 5 honors volunteers worldwide. Learn its UN history, why volunteering matters and easy ways to give your…
Dec 10
Human Rights Day on December 10 marks the 1948 adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Learn its history and how…
Dec 11
UNICEF Day on December 11 marks the founding of the UN children's agency in 1946. Learn UNICEF's history, its work today and…
Dec 18
International Migrants Day on December 18 recognizes the contributions and rights of migrants worldwide. Learn its history and key facts about migration.
Dec 20
International Human Solidarity Day on December 20 celebrates unity and cooperation to fight poverty. Learn its UN history and ways to show…
Jan 4
World Braille Day on January 4 honors Louis Braille and raises awareness of braille for people who are blind. Learn its history…
Jan 11
National Human Trafficking Awareness Day on January 11 raises awareness of trafficking in the U.S. Learn the signs and how to report…
Mar 8
International Women's Day on March 8 celebrates women's achievements and calls for equality. Learn its history and meaningful ways to take part.
Jun 20
World Refugee Day on June 20 honors people forced to flee their homes. Learn its history, the 1951 Refugee Convention and ways…
Sep 21
International Day of Peace on September 21 promotes peace and nonviolence worldwide. Learn its history, the UN Peace Bell and ways to…
Oct 11
International Day of the Girl on October 11 highlights girls' rights and the challenges they face. Learn its history and how to…