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DAYS AND EVENTS - August 2024

Aug 2024

Sep 21, 2024

World Alzheimer's Day

World Alzheimer's Day is observed annually on September 21 to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease and dementia, promote understanding, and combat the stigma surrounding these conditions. It serves as a day of global awareness and education, encouraging people to learn more about the challenges faced by individuals living with Alzheimer's, their families, and caregivers.
World Alzheimer's Day was first launched in 1994 by Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI) to mark the 10th anniversary of the organisation. The day was created in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) to shed light on the growing impact of the disease and the importance of early diagnosis and support for those affected.
The theme for World Alzheimer's Day 2024 is 'Time to act on dementia, Time to act on Alzheimer's'.

World Rivers Day

World Rivers Day is a celebration of the world's waterways. It highlights the many values of our rivers, strives to increase public awareness, and encourages the improved stewardship of all rivers around the world. Rivers in virtually every country face an array of threats, and only through our active involvement can we ensure their health in the years ahead.
In 2005, the United Nations launched the Water for Life Decade to help create a greater awareness of the need to better care for our water resources. Following this, the establishment of World Rivers Day was in response to a proposal initiated by internationally renowned river advocate, Mark Angelo.
The proposal for a global event to celebrate rivers was based on the success of BC Rivers Day, which Mark Angelo had founded and led in western Canada since 1980. A World Rivers Day event was seen by agencies of the UN as a good fit for the aims of the Water for Life Decade and the proposal was approved. It is annually celebrated on the fourth Sunday of every September.

International Day of Peace

The International Day of Peace is observed annually on September 21 to promote peace and celebrate the power of global solidarity for a peaceful and sustainable world. Also known as World Peace Day, it encourages people of all races and ethnicities to propagate the importance of world peace.
The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly. In 2001, the General Assembly unanimously voted to devote a day to commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace. The UN initially designated the third Tuesday in September 1981 to celebrate World Peace Day. Later in 2002, the date was then shifted and fixed to September 21.
Every year, a new theme is announced to celebrate the International Day of Peace. This year (2024), the theme mentioned by the United Nations is 'Cultivating a Culture of Peace'.

Sep 20, 2024

World Cleanup Day

The inaugural event of the World cleanup Day celebrated was on the 20th of September.
On December 8, 2023, the United Nations General Assembly, in its seventy-eighth session, unanimously adopted resolution 78/122 "World Cleanup Day", which proclaims September 20 as World Cleanup Day.
The resolution invites all Member States, organisations of the United Nations system, other international and regional organisations, and other relevant stakeholders – including civil society, the private sector and academia.
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) facilitates the observance of the Day.
The host for World Cleanup Day 2024 was Norway.
The theme for World Cleanup Day 2024 is 'Arctic Cities and Marine Litter'.

Sep 19, 2024

International Talk Like a Pirate Day

International Talk Like a Pirate Day is celebrated annually on September 19. The day is marked by pirate-themed events, social media posts, and, of course, conversations filled with pirate talk. It's a day to let your creativity run wild and enjoy the silliness of speaking like a pirate.
International Talk Like a Pirate Day was created in 1995 by John Baur ("Ol' Chumbucket") and Mark Summers ("Cap'n Slappy"), two friends from Oregon, USA. What started as a playful idea during a game of racquetball quickly turned into a global phenomenon after humour columnist Dave Barry wrote about it in 2002. Since then, the day has been celebrated by millions of people worldwide, with pirate enthusiasts, organisations, and even businesses getting involved in the fun. It's a day where everyone can let loose, have fun, and embrace their inner buccaneer.

Sep 18, 2024

World Bamboo Day

Every year on September 18, people worldwide celebrate World Bamboo Day, highlighting the amasing qualities of this fast-growing plant and recognising its importance globally.
Bamboo, a giant grass, is known for being hard and hollow. It holds the record for being the world's fastest-growing land plant.
Kamesh Salam, the founder of World Bamboo Day, initiated the celebration during the 8th World Bamboo Congress in Bangkok in 2009. This day was declared on September 18, aligning with Royal Thai Forestry Day for added historical significance.
The theme for World Bamboo Day 2024 is 'Next Generation Bamboo: Solution, Innovation, and Design'.

International Equal Pay Day

International Equal Pay Day, celebrated on September 18, represents the longstanding efforts towards the achievement of equal pay for work of equal value. It further builds on the United Nations' commitment to human rights and against all forms of discrimination, including discrimination against women and girls.

Sep 17, 2024

India Water Week

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the 8^th India Water Week on September 17 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The biennial event is being held from September 17 to 20.
This four-day international water resources event, conceptualised by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, focuses on the theme 'Partnerships and Cooperation for Inclusive Water Development and Management'.
IWW was first organised in 2012 and has since been held biannually, with themes focusing on crucial water challenges. Previous editions have addressed issues like water management for sustainable development and water security for inclusive growth.

World Patient Safety Day

World Patient Safety Day is an annual observance on September 17, established by the World Health Organisation (WHO) to raise global awareness about patient safety, promote actions to enhance safety in healthcare, and encourage stakeholders to unite for safer healthcare practices. The day is recognised to address the significant burden of harm that unsafe medical practices cause worldwide.
In 2019, the 72^nd World Health Assembly passed a resolution to establish World Patient Safety Day as a global health priority. The WHO began global campaigns each year, focusing on various themes within patient safety, such as safe childbirth, medication safety, and the empowerment of patients and caregivers.
The theme for 2024, 'Improving Diagnosis for Patient Safety', emphasises the vital role of accurate and timely diagnosis in safeguarding patients and improving health outcomes.

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