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DAYS AND EVENTS - May 2024

May 2024

Aug 06, 2024

Hiroshima Day

Hiroshima Day, observed annually on August 6, stands as a solemn reminder of one of the most devastating events in human history. This year (2024) marks the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima during World War II. The city of Hiroshima, once reduced to ashes, now stands as a powerful symbol of peace, resilience, and the enduring human spirit.
On the morning of August 6, 1945, an American B-29 bomber named Enola Gay took off from Tinian Island in the Pacific and dropped the first atomic bomb 'Little Boy' ever used in warfare on the Japanese city of Hiroshima.

Aug 04, 2024

Friendship Day in India

Friendship Day 2024 is celebrated every year in India on the first Sunday of August. Although the whole world celebrates Friendship Day, the date may vary from country to country. The United Nations designated July 30 as the official date to celebrate Friendship Day. In 2024 India celebrated Friendship Day on August 4.
Joyce Hall, the founder of Hallmark Cards, proposed dedicating a day to friendship to express gratitude for friendship. The Friendship Day celebration was globally recognised when the United Nations declared July 30 the International Day of Friendship.

Aug 03, 2024

Cloves Syndrome Awareness Day

Every year August 3 is observed as Cloves Syndrome Awareness Day globally. The day aims to spread awareness about the rare genetic disorder. Its emphasis is on action to gather community support.

Aug 01, 2024

National Mountain Climbing Day

National Mountain Climbing Day, observed annually on August 1, is a day dedicated to honouring the spirit of adventure and the remarkable achievements of mountaineers. This special day was established to commemorate the accomplishments of Bobby Matthews and Josh Madigan, who successfully scaled all 46 peaks of the Adirondack Mountains in North-eastern New York. Their final ascent of Whiteface Mountain on August 1, 2015, marked the completion of this impressive feat and inspired the creation of this national day of recognition.

World Breastfeeding Week

World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) is a global campaign to raise awareness and galvanise action on themes related to breastfeeding. It is celebrated from August 1 to 7 August every year.
WBW started in 1992, with annual themes including healthcare systems, women and work, the International Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes, community support, ecology, economy, science, education, and human rights.
Since 2016, WBW is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In 2018, a World Health Assembly resolution endorsed WBW as an important breastfeeding promotion strategy.
The 2024 World Breastfeeding Week, under the theme 'Closing the gap: Breastfeeding support for all', UNICEF and WHO are emphasising the need to improve breastfeeding support as a critical action for reducing health inequity and protecting the rights of mothers and babies to survive and thrive.

World Lung Cancer Day

World Lung Cancer Day is observed annually on August 1.
The observance of World Lung Cancer Day began in 2012 when the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS) and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) jointly decided to dedicate August 1 to raising awareness about lung cancer. Since its inception, this day has played a crucial role in educating the public about the disease and promoting healthier lifestyle choices.
The theme for World Lung Cancer Day 2024 is 'Close the care gap: Everyone deserves access to cancer care'. This powerful message emphasises the importance of equitable access to lung cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for all individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic status or geographical location.

Jul 31, 2024

World Ranger Day

Every year World Ranger Day is celebrated on July 31 to commemorate Rangers who have been injured or killed in the line of duty.
The first World Ranger Day took place in 2007, the date represented the 15th anniversary of when the IRF was founded. IRF stands for the International Ranger Federation. This organisation was founded in 1992. It was founded when the SCRA (Scottish Countryside Rangers Association), ANPR (US Association of National Park Rangers) and the CMA (Countryside Management Association, the association that represents rangers in Wales and England) got together to sign a joint agreement. Rangers are the first ones to indulge in a fight to protect our natural heritage around the world.
The theme for 2024 World Ranger Day is '30 by 30', which is based on the 2022 United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15), where world leaders and decision-makers agreed to a Global Biodiversity Framework.

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