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SUMMARY:International Day to End Obstetric Fistula
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URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-to-end-obstetric-fistula-2022-05-23/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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SUMMARY:International Day of UN Peacekeepers
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URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-of-un-peacekeepers-2022-05-29/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220604T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220604T235959
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SUMMARY:International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-of-innocent-children-victims-of-aggression-2022-06-04/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220605T000000
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SUMMARY:World Environment Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrated every year since 1974\, World Environment Day is a good time to focus on the environmental dimensions of the Sustainable Development Goals. This year the theme is celebrating biodiversity. \n\n\n\nThe 2020 World Environment Day global campaign aims at highlighting how we as humans are inextricably linked to and depend on nature for our existence and quality of life. Recent events\, from bushfires in Brazil\, United States and Australia to locust swarms to the COVID-19 outbreak\, highlights how meddling with ecosystems and biodiversity from its natural state is creating unprecedented challenges for humankind on a global scale. Human activities such as pollution\, unsustainable use of land and sea\, exploitation of organisms\, climate change and invasion of alien species\, are leading to biodiversity breakdown and the decline and degradation of natural ecosystems at an unprecedented scale. The crisis also reflects our connectedness to one another and how actions and events in one part of the world affect us all. It also brings to the spotlight the need for international cooperation and coordination in responding to the challenges posed by environmental degradation. Yet\, these events are symptomatic and require us to address the decline of nature through transformational and sustained reforms with nature at the heart of decision-making. This World Environment Day\, the need to heal our relationship and start living in harmony with nature\, perhaps\, has never been this stark in modern history. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is calling on governments\, businesses and civil society to work together in building global understanding of biodiversity and nature’s key contribution to our survival… 2020 is a critical year for biodiversity. It’s a year of crucial decisions for planet and people\, and all other forms of life on Earth. While 2020 also concludes the United Nations Decade on Biodiversity\, the scientific community continues to sound the alarm on global biodiversity breakdown. Living in harmony with nature—a goal world leaders have set for 2050—cannot be achieved unless we stop the loss of the planet’s biodiversity by 2030. This leaves us with a decade for action\, which will start with the 2020 United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity in October in Kunming\, China and the design of a new 10-year framework for biodiversity.  UN Environment Program\, Working Brief\, 6 April 2020
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-environment-day-2022-06-05/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220608T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220608T235900
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200330T024454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200330T024454Z
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SUMMARY:World Oceans Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-oceans-day-2022-06-08/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220612T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220612T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200331T054247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T054247Z
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SUMMARY:World Day Against Child Labour
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-day-against-child-labour-2022-06-12/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220615T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220615T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
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SUMMARY:World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Today is a good day to revisit the Australian Catholic Bishops’ Social Justice Statement for 2016–17 ‘A Place at the Table: Social justice in an ageing society’. It celebrates the value\, dignity and significant contributions of older people to the life of the community. In solidarity with all generations\, older people have a rightful place in the heart of community life. The Bishops consider the circumstances of those who are approaching the end of their lives and warn of the loneliness\, ageism and abuse that older people can experience. In particular\, the Bishops warn about implications of the current community debate on euthanasia. The Bishops call for communities of mercy and love – where people reach out and minister to vulnerable older people\, where bonds between generations are built up\, and where no one is cast as being a burden or as rivals to younger generations.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-elder-abuse-awareness-day-2022-06-15/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220617T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220617T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200331T055047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T055047Z
UID:2930-1655424000-1655510399@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-day-to-combat-desertification-and-drought-2022-06-17/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220619T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220619T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200331T055259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T055259Z
UID:2956-1655596800-1655683199@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-for-the-elimination-of-sexual-violence-in-conflict-2022-06-19/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220620T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220620T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200331T055703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T055703Z
UID:2958-1655683200-1655769599@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:World Refugee Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-refugee-day-2022-06-20/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220623T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220623T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200331T060007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T060007Z
UID:3023-1655942400-1656028799@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:Olympic Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/olympic-day-2022-06-23/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220626T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220626T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200331T060447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T060447Z
UID:3116-1656201600-1656287999@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-in-support-of-victims-of-torture-2022-06-26/
CATEGORIES:UN International
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220630T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220630T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200331T060909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T060909Z
UID:3123-1656547200-1656633599@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:World Social Media Day
DESCRIPTION:Can you imagine living through a pandemic without social media? World Social Media Day is a time to recognise and celebrate social media’s impact  of global communication. \n\n\n\nHere are some ideas for activities: \n\n\n\nRevisit the Social Justice Statement Making it Real: Genuine human encounter in our digital world with your parish\, school or community group.Share examples of positive uses of social media to promote social justice.Review the social media policy or guidelines of your parish or community group.Write reviews of your favorite spirituality apps for your parish Facebook page or Catholic magazines – you can submit them for our Social Justice Trends!
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-social-media-day-2022-06-30/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220702T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220702T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200504T033339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T033339Z
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SUMMARY:International Day of Cooperatives
DESCRIPTION:The United Nations International Day of Cooperatives is celebrated annually on the first Saturday of July. This year\, the theme of the International Day of Cooperatives 2020 is Cooperatives for Climate Action. Since 1995\, the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) and the United Nations have been setting the theme for the celebration of the International Day through Committee for the Promotion and Advancement of Cooperatives (COPAC). \n\n\n\nFind out more here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-of-cooperatives-2022-07-02/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220711T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220711T235900
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200511T072611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T072611Z
UID:3303-1657497600-1657583940@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:World Population Day
DESCRIPTION:World Population Day is an annual event\, observed on July 11 every year\, which seeks to raise awareness of global population issues.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-population-day-2022-07-11/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220715T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220715T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200511T080234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T080234Z
UID:3306-1657843200-1657929599@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:World Youth Skills Day
DESCRIPTION:This day highlights the importance of youth skills because rising youth unemployment is seen as one of the most significant problems facing economies and societies in the world today\, both for developed and developing countries. Find out more here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-youth-skills-day-2022-07-15/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220718T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220718T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200512T023648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T023648Z
UID:3310-1658102400-1658188799@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:Nelson Mandela International Day
DESCRIPTION:“It is easy to break down and destroy.The heroes are those who make peace and build.” Nelson Mandela\n\n\n\nSouth African leader Nelson Mandela was born on this day in 1918. A timeline of his life\, and links to the texts of some of his major speeches can be accessed here. \n\n\n\nFor Reflection\n\n\n\nWhat can we learn from the life and work of Nelson Mandela that will help us to promote justice and reconciliation in Australia today?
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/nelson-mandela-international-day-2022-07-18/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220730T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220730T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200512T032025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T032025Z
UID:3323-1659139200-1659225599@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:International Day of Friendship
DESCRIPTION:“Through friendship — by accumulating bonds of camaraderie and developing strong ties of trust — we can contribute to the fundamental shifts that are urgently needed to achieve lasting stability\, weave a safety net that will protect us all\, and generate passion for a better world where all are united for the greater good.” United Nations\n\n\n\nFind out more about this day here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-of-friendship-2022-07-30/
CATEGORIES:UN International
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220730T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220730T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200512T033158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T033158Z
UID:3322-1659139200-1659225599@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:World Day against Trafficking in Persons
DESCRIPTION:“On this World Day against Trafficking in Persons\, let us reaffirm our commitment to stop criminals from ruthlessly exploiting people for profit and to help victims rebuild their lives.” UN Secretary-General António Guterres\n\n\n\nCatholic Social Justice Series paper no 79 Human Trafficking and Slavery\, A Response from Australian Catholics comes out of the work of ACRATH\, the Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans. It reminds us that human trafficking and similar forms of exploitation affect every country on earth. They flourish because of society’s greed for cheap goods and services\, and because it is so easy to forget that those who meet these needs are human beings with their own innate God-given dignity. Deliverance from slavery is one of the great themes that run through Scriptures.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2022-07-30/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220801T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220801T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200521T023037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200521T023037Z
UID:3366-1659312000-1659398399@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:2010: Entry into force of UN Convention on Cluster Munitions
DESCRIPTION:The Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM) prohibits all use\, stockpiling\, production and transfer of Cluster Munitions. The CCM was adopted in Dublin on 30 May 2008. It has 108 signatories. The Convention became binding international law when it entered into force on 1 August 2010 after 30 States – including the Vatican City State – had ratified it. As of September 2011\, 60 States have ratified the CCM and future States Parties will accede to the Convention by submitting their ratifications to the United Nations. \n\n\n\nWhy does the Church Opposes Cluster Munitions?\n\n\n\nThe use of force must be a last resort\, and it can only be considered for the defense of innocent lives.  Even if these conditions are met\, the use of force must discriminate or distinguish between combatants and civilians\, and the suffering caused must not be greater than the good to be achieved.  Cluster munitions are not able to meet these tests. Sandie Cornish\, Why Cluster Bombs Should be Banned\, Social Spirituality\n\n\n\nFind out more on Church teaching and cluster bombs here. \n\n\n\nTake Action\n\n\n\nFind out about the Cluster Munition Coalition and how you can support its work. You will find plenty of resources for action here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/2010-entry-into-force-of-un-convention-on-cluster-munitions-2022-08-01/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220806T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220806T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200521T025039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200521T025039Z
UID:3382-1659744000-1659830399@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:1945: Destruction of Hiroshima by atomic bomb
DESCRIPTION:“With deep conviction I wish once more to declare that the use of atomic energy for purposes of war is today\, more than ever\, a crime not only against the dignity of human beings but against any possible future for our common home.  The use of atomic energy for purposes of war is immoral\, just as the possessing of nuclear weapons is immoral\, as I already said two years ago.  We will be judged on this. Future generations will rise to condemn our failure if we spoke of peace but did not act to bring it about among the peoples of the earth.  How can we speak of peace even as we build terrifying new weapons of war?  How can we speak about peace even as we justify illegitimate actions by speeches filled with discrimination and hate?” Pope Francis\, Address at the Peace Memorial\, Hiroshima\, 24 November 2019.\n\n\n\nThe hibakusha\, as the survivors of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki are known\, are becoming fewer. You can read the story of Junko\, who now lives in Sydney\, here. \n\n\n\nPope John Paul II was the first Pope to visit Hiroshima. You can read his address from 1981 here. It was in response to this address that the Catholic Bishops of Japan established the 10 Days for Peace which run from 6 to 15 August. This is a good time to pray for peace and nuclear disarmament. \n\n\n\nYou can find more information about the atomic bombs here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/1945-destruction-of-hiroshima-by-atomic-bomb-2022-08-06/
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,UN International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220809T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220809T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200619T053144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T053144Z
UID:3387-1660003200-1660089599@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples
DESCRIPTION:Do you know who the name of the Indigenous people of the place where you live? Check the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies map of Australia here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about why the United Nations decided in 1994 to celebrate a World Day of Indigenous Peoples on 9 August here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-of-the-worlds-indigenous-peoples-2022-08-09/
CATEGORIES:UN International
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220809T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220809T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200619T054444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T054444Z
UID:3388-1660003200-1660089599@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:1945: Destruction of Nagasaki by atomic bomb
DESCRIPTION:“Countless people at home and abroad\, including the hibakusha\, hope that Japan\, the only country to experience atomic warfare\, will lead the international community in abolishing nuclear weapons. In response to that hope\, we urge you to sign and ratify the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.” Mitsuaki Takami\, Archbishop of Nagasaki\, President\, Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Japan\, in a Letter to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe\, 12 December 2019.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/1945-destruction-of-nagasaki-by-atomic-bomb-2022-08-09/
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,UN International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220812T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220812T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200619T061550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200619T061550Z
UID:3498-1660262400-1660348799@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:International Youth Day
DESCRIPTION:12 August was first designated International Youth Day by the UN General Assembly in 1999\, and serves as an annual celebration of the role of young women and men as essential partners in change\, and an opportunity to raise awareness of challenges and problems facing the world’s youth. More information here. \n\n\n\n2020 Theme: To be confirmed.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-youth-day-2022-08-12/
CATEGORIES:UN International
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220819T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220819T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200624T062118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200624T062118Z
UID:3592-1660867200-1660953599@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:World Humanitarian Day
DESCRIPTION:World Humanitarian Day is a time to pay tribute to aid workers who risk their lives in humanitarian service\, and to rally support for people affected by crises around the world. Find out more here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/world-humanitarian-day-2022-08-19/
CATEGORIES:UN International
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220829T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220829T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200624T084913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200624T084913Z
UID:3666-1661731200-1661817599@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:International Day Against Nuclear Tests
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the Vatican ratified the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty on the very first day that it was opened for signature and ratification? The Holy See’s diplomats continue to urge more states to ratify the treaty so that it will enter into force. \n\n\n\n\n\nFind out about the International Day Against Nuclear Tests
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-against-nuclear-tests-2022-08-29/
CATEGORIES:UN International
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220830T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220830T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200624T085336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200624T085336Z
UID:3667-1661817600-1661903999@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:International Day of the Victims of Forced Disappearances
DESCRIPTION:Enforced disappearance has frequently been used as a strategy to spread terror within the society. The feeling of insecurity generated by this practice is not limited to the close relatives of the disappeared\, but also affects their communities and society as a whole. Special attention must also be paid to specific groups of especially vulnerable people\, like children and people with disabilities. Find out more here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-of-the-victims-of-forced-disappearances-2022-08-30/
CATEGORIES:UN International
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220901T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220901T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T064526
CREATED:20200730T234725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T234725Z
UID:3692-1661990400-1662076799@socialjustice.catholic.org.au
SUMMARY:Beginning of National Biodiversity Month
DESCRIPTION:Biodiversity Month is held in September each year and aims to promote the importance of protecting\, conserving and improving biodiversity both within Australia and across the world. \n\n\n\n\n\nFind out more about the Australian Government’s efforts to protect biodiversity here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/beginning-of-national-biodiversity-month-2022-09-01/
CATEGORIES:UN International
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220905T000000
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SUMMARY:2013: Convention Concerning Decent Work for Domestic Workers
DESCRIPTION:“On September 5\, 2013\, the ILO Convention Concerning Decent Work for Domestic Workers (Domestic Workers Convention or C189) entered into legal force. This groundbreaking new treaty and its accompanying Recommendation (No. 201) establish the first global standards for the more than 50 million domestic workers worldwide—the majority of whom are women and girls\, and many of whom are migrants—who clean\, cook\, and care for children and elderly in private households. The Domestic Workers Convention provides desperately needed and long overdue protections for domestic workers and represents a significant breakthrough in human rights\, including labor rights\, women’s rights\, and children’s rights. Under the new convention\, domestic workers are entitled to the same basic rights as those available to other workers\, including weekly days off\, limits to hours of work\, minimum wage coverage\, overtime compensation\, social security\, and clear information on the terms and conditions of employment. The new standards oblige governments that ratify the convention to protect domestic workers from violence and abuse\, to regulate private employment agencies that recruit and employ domestic workers\, and to prevent child labor in domestic work.” Human Rights Watch\, Claiming Rights: Domestic Workers’ Movements and Global Advances for Labor Reform\n\n\n\nFind out more about the Domestic Workers’ Convention (ILO Convention C189) here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/2013-convention-concerning-decent-work-for-domestic-workers-2022-09-05/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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SUMMARY:International Day of Charity
DESCRIPTION:What do you think of when you hear the word ‘charity’? For Christians it is something more than philanthropy or giving to worthy causes. Nor is it an alternative to justice for those made poor or pushed to the margins. It is about the fullness of love\, of which justice is the bare minimum. \n\n\n\n“Love – caritas – will always prove necessary\, even in the most just society. There is no ordering of the State so just that it can eliminate the need for a service of love… There will always be suffering which cries out for consolation and help. There will always be loneliness. There will always be situations of material need where help in the form of concrete love of neighbour is indispensable.” Benedict XVI\, Caritas Deus Est\, n  30.\n\n\n\nFind out more about the United Nations’ observance of the International Day of Charity here.
URL:https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/international-day-of-charity-2022-09-05/
CATEGORIES:UN International
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