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DAYS AND EVENTS - December 2018

Dec 2018

Jun 16, 2024

International Day of Family Remittances

Every year on June 16 is observed as International Day of Family Remittances, a day dedicated to recognizing the significant contributions of over 200 million migrants who send money back home to support their families.
The theme for International Day of Family Remittances 2024 is 'Digital remittances towards financial inclusion and cost reduction'.

Father's Day

Father's Day observed on the third Sunday of June, holds great significance worldwide as it recognizes the invaluable contributions of fathers in our lives. This year (2024) it is observed on June 16.
Its origin can be traced back to the early 20th century in the US and the credit for recognising the day goes to Sonora Smart Dodd, who hailed from Spokane in Washington. After getting inspired by Mother's Day, the lady came up with the idea of honouring her father- William Jackson Smart, a Civil War Veteran- who single-handedly raised 6 of his children after his mother's demise.

Jun 15, 2024

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is celebrated on June 15 every year.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was established by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations with an aim to raise awareness about the issue of elder abuse and neglect, as well as to promoting understanding and respect for older people.
The theme of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2024 is 'Spotlight on Older Persons in Emergencies.'

Global Wind Day

Global Wind Day is observed on June 15 every year to raises awareness about the importance of wind energy and its power to alter the globe. It is an effort to promote the use of wind energy as a sustainable and renewable source of energy.
The European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) hosted the first Wind Day in 2007, ushering in this historic event. However, in 2009, the EWEA collaborated with the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) to develop Wind Day into a global celebration, broadening its reach and effect around the world.

Jun 14, 2024

World Blood Donor Day

Every year on June 14, the world celebrates World Blood Donor Day, an occasion dedicated to recognising the critical role of voluntary blood donors.
The World Health Assembly unanimously declared June 14 as World Blood Donor Day. This day was established in order to emphasize the importance of safe blood donation and to ensure a stable supply of blood for the healthcare industry. The day also serves as a reminder of the crucial role played by blood donors in maintaining the health and well-being of communities around the world.
The theme for World Blood Donor Day 2024 is '20 years of celebrating giving: thank you blood donors!'

Jun 13, 2024

International Albinism Awareness Day

June 13 marks the annual observance of International Albinism Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about albinism – a rare, genetically inherited condition that causes a lack of pigmentation in the skin, hair, and eyes.
This year's (2024) theme, '10 years of IAAD: A decade of collective progress', highlights the collective efforts made over the past decade to promote understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals living with albinism.

Jun 12, 2024

World Day Against Child Labour

Every year on June 12, the International Labour Organization (ILO) and its associated partners celebrate World Day Against Child Labour. The day is dedicated to highlight the issue of child labour and encourage governments, employers, labour organizations and society to put an end to child labour for the benefit of world.
The World Day Against Child Labour was first established in 2002 by the International Labour Organization (ILO) with an unwavering commitment to eliminate the issue of global issue of child labour.
The theme of World Day Against Child Labour 2024 is 'Let's act on our commitments: End Child Labour'.

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