World Soil Day (WSD)
Did you know?*It can take up to 1,000 years to produce just 2-3cm of soil.*Over 33% of the Earth's soils are already degraded and 90% could become degraded by 2050.*Soil… Read More »World Soil Day (WSD)
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International Volunteer Day
"The diverse and dynamic role of volunteerism in promoting the Sustainable Development Goals merits strong support from Governments and other stakeholders. On this International Day, I thank volunteers for their… Read More »International Volunteer Day
Saint Nicholas (Santa Claus)
Children all over the world know him and love him. In Germany, he’s Kriss Kringle. In France, he’s Pere Noel. British children call him Father Christmas. Of course, you know… Read More »Saint Nicholas (Santa Claus)
1965: Vatican II Pastoral Constitution Gaudium et Spes (‘Joys and Hopes’)
7 December will mark the anniversary of the release of Gaudium et Spes, the Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World. Promulgated by Pope Paul VI in 1965, this key document in Vatican II called all to holiness and to integrate their life so that their deeds and words align privately and publicly. It also put human dignity and value at the centre and stood against a split between worship and mission.
International Civil Aviation Day
The purpose of International Civil Aviation Day is to help generate and reinforce worldwide awareness of the importance of international civil aviation to the social and economic development of States,… Read More »International Civil Aviation Day
International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide
"Where we see people facing systematic discrimination or becoming targets of violence simply because of who they are, because of their identity, we must act – both to defend those… Read More »International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide
International Anti-Corruption Day
"On this International Day, I urge people everywhere to continue to work on innovative solutions to win the battle against corruption and to ensure that precious resources serve the peoples… Read More »International Anti-Corruption Day
Human Rights Day
"It is clear that social divisions are being replicated online. More worryingly, as essential services continue to shift online, digital inclusion becomes mandatory for basic participation in society. It should… Read More »Human Rights Day