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DAYS AND EVENTS - August 2021

Aug 2021

Mar 01, 2024

World Civil Defence Day

World Civil Defence Day is celebrated on March 1 every year. The day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of civil defence measures in safeguarding people and their property from natural disasters, accidents, and other emergencies.
World Civil Defence Day was first celebrated in 1990 by the International Civil Defence Organisation (ICDO) to commemorate the anniversary of the adoption of the ICDO's Constitution.
The theme for World Civil Defence Day 2024 is 'Honour Heroes and Promote Safety Skills'.

Zero Discrimination Day

Zero Discrimination Day is celebrated on March 1 every year. This day is celebrated to spread awareness and highlight the urgency to end inequalities surrounding gender, income, health status, occupation, sexual orientation, drug use, disability, and other various aspects of life that directly or indirectly create segregation among people.
Zero Discrimination Day was first celebrated and observed on March 1, 2014. Zero Discrimination Day was launched by UNAIDS. The executive director of UNAIDS Michel Sidibe started it on 23rd December of 2013 with the major event in Beijing. This day is noted by the organizations that combat discrimination against people living with HIV/AIDS. UNAIDS is the organization that conducts programs on HIV/AIDS awareness and discrimination against people living with HIV/AIDS. The main motive to establish this day was to work with discrimination against the people who were affected by HIV/AIDS and also bring equality among the person all over the world in every prospect because we have equal rights.
Zero Discrimination Day 2024 theme is 'To protect everyone's health, protect everyone's rights'.

Self-Injury Awareness Day

Self-Injury Awareness Day (SIAD), observed annually on March 1, is an international awareness day about raising awareness, understanding, and support for individuals who "harm themselves". This day is dedicated to shedding light on the experiences of those who engage in self-injury behaviours.
This day is observed with the intention of helping people who inflict self-harm on themselves and are too scared of asking for professional help. It helps in raising awareness of the importance of addressing this unhealthy behavioural pattern and getting help to the patients as soon as possible. In the present times, a large number of organisations and advocacy groups and professionals assist people who exhibit symptoms of self-harm behaviours.

Financial Literacy Week 2024

Starting in 2016, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has consistently allocated each year to the observance of Financial Literacy Week (FLW). The primary goal is to convey messages regarding financial education to the general public, fostering the empowerment of individuals to adopt responsible financial behaviour and make informed financial decisions.
The designated theme for the Financial Literacy Week 2024 from February 26 to March 01, 2024, is 'Initiate Wisely: Cultivate Financial Savvy'. The theme centres on young adults and students, seeking to imbue prudent financial habits from an early age. It promotes the cultivation of a robust financial groundwork, fostering enhanced financial security and the attainment of future goals.

Feb 29, 2024

Rare Disease Day

Rare Disease Day is observed on the last day of February every year to spread awareness about rare diseases among the people and provide a platform to talk about their impact globally. With 2024 being a leap year, the day was observed on February 29 this time (2024).
The day was set up by the EURORDIS (the European Organization for Rare Diseases) in 2008. EURORDIS is a non-profit alliance of more than 1,000 rare disease patient organisations across 74 countries in the world. It works towards improving the lives of more than 300 million people living with a rare disease around the world.

Feb 28, 2024

National Science Day

National Science Day is celebrated to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect. National Science Day is observed on February 28 every year across the country to mark and celebrate the contributions of scientists towards the development of India.
On February 28, 1928, C. V. Raman announced the discovery of the Raman Effect and for it, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1930.
The theme for this year's National Science Day celebration is 'Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat'.

Feb 27, 2024

International Polar Bear Day

Polar bears, the majestic giants of the Arctic, hold a special place in the hearts of nature lovers around the world. Every year on February 27, International Polar Bear Day is celebrated to raise awareness about the challenges facing these iconic creatures and the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect their fragile habitats.
International Polar Bear Day was established by Polar Bears International, a non-profit organisation dedicated to the conservation of polar bears and their habitat. The day was first celebrated in 2004 as a way to raise awareness about the impact of climate change on polar bears and their Arctic home.

World NGO Day

Every year on February 27, the world celebrates World NGO Day, a day dedicated to recognizing and honouring the invaluable contributions of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs). These organisations, driven by a passion for positive change, play a crucial role in addressing some of humanity's most pressing challenges.
World NGO Day was originally founded in 2009 by Marcis Liors Skadmanis, a social entrepreneur. However, it was observed for the first time on February 27, 2014. It's a day set aside to honour all non-governmental and non-profit organisations, recognising their impact on the world.
The holiday was officially declared back in 2010 by the 12 member countries of the Baltic Sea NGO Forum, recognised as a partner of the Council of the Baltic Sea States. However, it only received international recognition in 2014 from the European Union, the United Nations, and other international organisations.
The World NGO Day 2024 theme is 'Building a Sustainable Future: The Role of NGOs in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)'.

Feb 24, 2024

Central Excise Day

Central Excise Day is celebrated in India on February 24 every year. This day is dedicated to the establishment of the Central Excise and Salt Act of 1944.
The day was first observed in 1944, and it is celebrated to commemorate the contributions of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) to the country.

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