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DAYS AND EVENTS - July 2023

Jul 2023

May 30, 2024

Goa Statehood Day

Goa marks its Statehood Day every May 30, honouring its official separation from Daman and Diu as a state in 1987.
Though the smallest state in terms of area, it packs a punch in popularity. For over four and a half centuries, Goa was a Portuguese colony. In 1961, it was liberated by India and became a union territory alongside Daman and Diu. But Goa's journey wasn't over. Later in 1987, it was granted full statehood, becoming the 25 member of the Indian Union.

Hindi Journalism Day

Hindi Journalism Day is celebrated every year on May 30 in India. This day is dedicated to the first ever Hindi newspaper was published.
The history of Hindi Journalism Day dates back to May 30, 1826, when the first Hindi newspaper, Udant Martand, was published in Calcutta, India. The newspaper was published in the country under the British rule. This was the first time that the Hindi language had been used in journalism in India.

May 29, 2024

International Everest Day

Mount Everest Day or International Everest Day is celebrated every year on May 29. The day is dedicated to honouring the two brave climbers Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa who climbed the highest mountain in the world on May 29, 1953.

International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

On the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, celebrated annually on May 29, we honour the extraordinary contributions of peacekeepers towards international peace and security. Since the establishment of the first UN peacekeeping mission in 1948, more than two million peacekeepers have served in 71 missions, helping countries navigate from war to peace.
It was first commemorated in the year of 2003 after a resolution passed by the United Nations General Assembly on December 11, 2002, in response to an official request from the Ukrainian Peacekeepers Association as well as the Government of Ukraine to the UNGA (United Nations General Assembly). The United Nations Truce Supervision Organisation (UNTSO) was established on this date in the year of 1948 to oversee the ceasefire following the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, and it was the first ever UN peacekeeping deployment.
The United Nations commemorated the International Day of Peacekeepers 2024 under the theme, 'Fit for the Future: Building Better Together'.

May 28, 2024

International Day of Action for Women's Health

International Day of Action for Women's Health is observed on May 28 each year. This day is dedicated to promoting and protecting women's health and well-being. It also serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about the issues faced by women and girls around the world.
In the year 1987, the Latin American and Caribbean Women's Health Network (LACWHN) declared May 28 as International Day of Action for Women's Health during the Women's meeting in Costa Rica. Later, Women's Global Network for Reproductive Rights (WGNRR) promoted this day on an international level, including Latin America.
The theme for the International Day of Action for Women's Health 2024 is 'Mobilizing in critical times of threats and opportunities'.

May 25, 2024

World Football Day 2024

In 2024, the world marks the 100th anniversary of the first international football tournament involving teams from all regions, held on May 25, 1924, during the Summer Olympic Games in Paris. To honour this milestone, the United Nations General Assembly passed Resolution A/RES/78/281 on May 7, 2024, proclaiming May 25 as World Football Day.
The resolution recognises "the global reach of football and its impact in various spheres, including commerce, peace, and diplomacy." It highlights how football creates a space for cooperation and acknowledges the fundamental role of Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) and regional and national soccer federations in promoting the game.
The resolution encourages all countries to support football and other sports as tools to promote peace, development, and the empowerment of women and girls. It also urges the adoption of policies and programs to promote football and physical activities.

International Week of Solidarity with the Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories

The U.N. commemorates International Week of Solidarity with Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories annually from May 25 to May 31. The U.N. describes a Non-Self-Governing Territory as a territory "whose people have not yet gained a complete degree of self-government." This day aims to request the administering Powers to protect and respect the rights of the peoples in these territories to their natural resources and their property rights. Currently, there are 17 non-self-governing territories left in the world.
The United Nations has designated May 25 to 31 as the "International Week of Solidarity with the Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories." Established by the UN General Assembly on December 6, 1999, this observance highlights the struggles of these territories and promotes their right to self-determination. According to the UN Charter, a Non-Self-Governing Territory refers to a territory where its people have not yet achieved complete self-government.

May 23, 2024

World Turtle Day

World Turtle Day is celebrated on May 23, every year. The day is dedicated to the protection and conservation of turtles and tortoises, which are two different animals but are often mistaken for one another.
It began in 2000 and is sponsored by American Tortoise Rescue.

International Day to End Obstetric Fistula

International Day to End Obstetric Fistula is observed every year on May 23. It is an international holiday for gathering support and spreading awareness about obstetric fistula, a childbirth-related injury that majorly affects women in poor economic regions.
The history of International Day to End Obstetric Fistula can be traced to 2003 when U.N.F.P.A. launched the 'Campaign to End Fistula.' In 2013, the United Nations began observing International Day to End Obstetric Fistula, making it an annual campaign.
This year's (2024) theme, 'Breaking the Cycle: Preventing Fistula Worldwide', underscores the urgent need to address obstetric fistula comprehensively, emphasizing equitable access to quality maternal health services, social reintegration, and sustained investment in healthcare systems.

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