International days of recognition

Global Intergenerational Week

Global Intergenerational Week – is to fully embrace intergenerational practice, connecting people of different generations in intentional, mutually beneficial. activities. https://generationsworkingtogether.org/global-intergenerational-week

Earth Day

Earth Day- A day of action and advocacy for environmental protection and sustainability, emphasizing the social justice aspects of environmentalism.

World Autism Day

World Autism Day – A day to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism, celebrating their unique talents and contributions.

World Health Day

World Health Day – A day to focus on global health issues, advocating for equal access to healthcare services for everyone, everywhere.

Trans day of Visibility

Trans day of Visibility – A day to honour the transgender and non-binary communities, celebrating their resilience while also raising awareness about the discrimination they still face.

World Down Syndrome Day

World Down Syndrome Day – is to raise public awareness of Down Syndrome. The theme for 2024 is to #endthestereotypes. https://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/

Zero Discrimination Day

Zero Discrimination Day – Highlights how people can become informed about and promote inclusion, compassion, peace and, above all, a movement for change. The theme this year is “Save lives: Decriminalise” https://www.unaids.org/en/zero-discrimination-day

World Day of Social Justice

World Day of Social Justice – A day to focus on fairness and equality, advocating for social justice issues like poverty, unemployment, and human rights.