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DAYS AND EVENTS - December 2018

Dec 2018

Sep 12, 2023

United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation

Every year, the United Nations marks September 12 as the UN Day for South-South Cooperation. The International Labour Organization (ILO) plays a pivotal role in championing workers' rights on a global scale, and in an increasingly interconnected world it recognizes the significance of South-South and triangular cooperation as a key avenue for achieving its mission. The ILO has also helped to establish the role of South-South collaboration in supporting countries to meet their development goals, and in the achievement of the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Cooperation among nations has been a fundamental principle of the United Nations (UN) since its inception. The focus on South-South cooperation has grown in significance due to increasing disparities in income, GDP, and human development between countries from different regions. The primary objective of this initiative is to foster collaboration among developing nations. This led to the establishment of the United Nations Development Program in 1965 and, in 1974, the creation of the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation as a key UN body responsible for coordinating various cooperation efforts.
The theme for 2023 is 'Solidarity, Equity and Partnership: Unlocking South-South Cooperation to Achieve the SDGs'.

Sep 11, 2023

National Forest Martyrs Day

National Forest Martyrs Day is commemorated every year on September 11. A series of events and activities are organised by many major organisations along with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate National Forest Martyrs Day 2023 is an epitomic date which amplifies the awareness regarding the importance of wildlife and nature. It is necessary for everyone to understand the vitality of protecting forests, trees and our environment. This day also highlights the commitments and sacrifices that our forest rangers, guards and officers have been going through tremendously.
However, the day's history can be traced back to the Khejarli Massacre in 1730.
In 1730, the historic Khejarli massacre occurred within the Marwar Kingdom when Maharaja Abhai Singh of Rajasthan ordered the cutting of trees in the Bishnoi village of Khejarli to obtain timber for a new palace. The Bishnoi community vehemently opposed this action and were willing to lay down their lives to protect the forest. Ultimately, in response to these events, the orders were revoked.
In remembrance of the sacrifices made by the Bishnoi community, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change selected September 11 to observe National Forest Martyrs Day in 2013.

Sep 10, 2023

World Suicide Prevention Day

World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), celebrated annually September 10, is organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO). The event represents a global commitment to focus attention on suicide prevention.
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) was established in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO).
The theme of World Suicide Prevention Day 2023 is 'Creating hope through action'.

Sep 09, 2023

World First Aid Day

Every year, World First Aid Day is celebrated on the second Saturday in September. In 2023, World First Aid Day was celebrated on September 9.
In 1859, during the battle of Solferino, a young businessman Henry Dunant was horrified with the mass massacre, and he helped a lot of injured people to get better. The incident impacted him so much that he wrote a book called 'A Memory of Solferino' where he spoke of his experiences. Later he co-founded the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - the organisation is dedicated to providing first-aid care and creating awareness about it. The organisation declared World First Aid Day in 2000. Since then, the day has been celebrated every year.
The theme for World First Aid Day 2023 is 'First Aid in the Digital World'.

Sep 08, 2023

World Physiotherapy Day

World Physiotherapy Day celebrated on September 8 every year is an opportunity for people across the world to understand the importance of physiotherapy and the contributions made by physiotherapists.
In 1996, September 8 was designated as World Physical Therapy Day by World Physiotherapy. The date was chosen to commemorate the foundation day of the International Confederation of Physiotherapy (WCPT) in 1951, which was later known as World Physiotherapy. Since its inception, the events have been organised to create awareness about the profession and its importance.
The theme for World Physiotherapy Day 2023 is 'Prevention and Management of Osteoarthritis'.

International Literacy Day

International Literacy Day (ILD) is celebrated on September 8 every year all across the globe to make people aware of the meaning and importance of literacy for individuals and societies. The day spread awareness about the importance of literacy for individuals, communities, and societies and the need for intensified efforts towards more literate societies.
UNESCO declared this day as an opportunity for governments, civil society and stakeholders to highlight improvements in world literacy rates, and reflect on the world's remaining literacy challenges.
The 14th session of UNESCO's General Conference on October 26, 1966, declared September 8 as International Literacy Day. And since 1967, celebrations have taken place annually around the world on this day to spread awareness about the importance of literacy to individuals, society, and communities.
It was celebrated for the first time in 1967.
The theme for International Literacy Day 2023 is 'Promoting literacy for a world in transition: Building the foundation for sustainable and peaceful societies'.

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