It marked the founding of the Chinese Communist Party in 1921 in Shanghai. It is usually characterized by front page editorials from major government newspapers
3-5 July - The Global Fellowship Pre-Departure Briefing Weekend. All Fellows for 2010 programme attend briefing weekend in London before their departures to Brazil, China and India.Fellows will have sessions and workshops on language and culture of their host country, media training, a visit to a corporate partner and further information about the Fellowship.
The United Nations recognizes and reaffirms the role of cooperatives in economic, social and cultural development and in the achievement of social policy objectives as shown in various resolutions specific to cooperatives and the bi-ennial publication of the Secretary-General’s report on the role of cooperatives in social development.
Independence Day is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, political speeches and ceremonies, and various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the national day of the United States
3-5 July - The Global Fellowship Pre-Departure Briefing Weekend. All Fellows for 2010 programme attend briefing weekend in London before their departures to Brazil, China and India.Fellows will have sessions and workshops on language and culture of their host country, media training, a visit to a corporate partner and further information about the Fellowship.
3-5 July - The Global Fellowship Pre-Departure Briefing Weekend. All Fellows for 2010 programme attend briefing weekend in London before their departures to Brazil, China and India.Fellows will have sessions and workshops on language and culture of their host country, media training, a visit to a corporate partner and further information about the Fellowship.
is an annual event, observed on July 11, which seeks to raise awareness of global population issues. The event was established by the Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme in 1989.
Shine is all about celebrating England's young people and their talents. It's a campaign encouraging young people to put themselves in the headlines for all the right reasons – and have fun along the way. Activities throughout the year are building up to Shine Week, a nationwide celebration in July. It’s an opportunity to put on loads of different events that showcase the type of achievements that too often go unnoticed.
Global Fellows travelling to Brazil meet at Heathrow at 7pm in advance of their flight to Sao Paulo.
Global Fellows travelling to India meet at Heathrow at 7pm in advance of their flight to New Delhi.
Global Fellows travelling to China meet at Heathrow at 7pm in advance of their flight to Beijing.
A communist-led nationalist army staged the first armed uprising in Chinese communist history against the Nationalists on August 1, 1927. It was regarded as the beginning of the Red Army (later the People's Liberation Army). Now the anniversary is often used to promote better relationships between the army and civilians, a tradition believed to have helped it beat the Nationalists during the civil war in 1949.
On 23 December 1994, the General Assembly decided that the International Day of the World’s Indigenous People shall be observed on 9 August every year during the International Decade of the World’s Indigenous People (resolution 49/214).
International Youth Day is on August 12 each year. It is meant as an opportunity for governments and others to draw attention to youth issues worldwide. Concerts, workshops, cultural events, and meetings involving national and local government officials and youth organizations take place around the world in honor of International Youth Day
India's Independence Day is celebrated on 15 August to commemorate its independence from British rule and its birth as a sovereign nation on that day in 1947.[1] The day is a national holiday in India. All over the country, flag-hoisting ceremonies are conducted by the local administration in attendance. The main event takes place in New Delhi, where the Prime Minister hoists the National Flag at the Red Fort and delivers a nationally televised speech from its ramparts. In his speech, he highlights the achievements of his government during the past year, raises important issues and gives a call for further development.
Brazil Fellows return from spending six weeks investigating and experiencing globalisation in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
India Fellows return from spending six weeks investigating and experiencing globalisation in New Delhi, Bangalore and Mumbai.
It was started in the early eighties as an effort to reverse the anti-intellectual sentiment nurtured by the "Cultural Revolution". It is yet to become an established holiday.
China Fellows return from spending six weeks investigating and experiencing globalisation in Beijing and Shanghai.
Celebrates the Declaration of Independence from the Portugal, also called the Seventh of September.
September 8 was proclaimed International Literacy Day by UNESCO on November 17, 1965. It was first celebrated in 1966. Its aim is to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals, communities and societies. On International Literacy Day each year, UNESCO reminds the international community of the status of literacy and adult learning globally. Celebrations take place around the world
is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is the Islamic month of fasting, in which participating Muslims refrain from eating, drinking, that is in excess or ill-natured; from dawn until sunset.[1] Fasting is meant to teach the Muslim patience, modesty and spirituality.
On 9 November each year the UNITED network organises a European-wide campaign to commemorate the past and to protest against contemporary forms of fascism and antisemitism.
On 19 December 1994, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 16 September the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, commemorating the date, in 1987, on which the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer was signed
The United Nations' International Day of Peace - marked every year on September 21 - is a global holiday when individuals, communities, nations and governments highlight efforts to end conflict and promote peace.Established by U.N. resolution in 1982, "Peace Day" has grown to include millions of people around the world who participate in all kinds of events, large and small.
In 1991, the General Assembly adopted the United Nations Principles for Older Persons (resolution 46/91). In 2002, the 2nd World Assembly on Ageing adopted the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing to respond to the opportunities and challenges of population ageing in the 21st century and to promote the development of a society for all ages
It is the anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949 in the wake of routing the Nationalists who have since taken refuge in Taiwan. There used to be grand parades squares of major cities of the country. Now celebrations usually take the form of parties in amusement parks by day and fire-works and grand TV ensembles during the evening. Employees enjoy two paid days-off. .
Gandhi Jayanti is a National Holiday celebrated in India to mark the occasion of the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, the "Father of the Nation". He was born on October 2, 1869. Hence Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated every year on the 2nd of October.
The United Nations has designated the first Monday in October every year as World Habitat Day to reflect on the state of human settlements and the basic right to adequate shelter for all. It is also intended to remind the world of its collective responsibility for the future of the human habitat.
World Mental Health Day was started by the World Federation for Mental Health in 1992. It is a unified effort to promote greater public awareness and understanding of mental health and mental illness. Every year, thousands of people across the world raise awareness and funds for mental health causes. Each year, on 10 October, the Mental Health Foundation celebrates the day by raising awareness about mental health and wellbeing.
Commemorates the Virgin Mary as Nossa Senhora da Conceição Aparecida, Patron Saint of Brazil. Also celebrated as Children's Day (Dia das Crianças) on the same date.
On the occasion of World Food Week and World Food Day 2009, let us reflect on those numbers and the human suffering behind them. Crisis or no crisis, we have the know-how to do something about hunger. We also have the ability to find money to solve problems when we consider them important. Let us work together to make sure hunger is recognized as a critical problem, and solve it. The World Summit on Food Security proposed by FAO for November 2009 could be fundamental for eradicating hunger.
The anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter on 24 October 1945 has been celebrated as United Nations Day since 1948. It has traditionally been marked throughout the world by meetings, discussions and exhibits on the achievements and goals of the Organization. In 1971, the General Assembly recommended that Member States observe it as a public holiday.
November 2010 (exact dates tbc) Chain Reaction is "a community of people, passionate about social change, who are saying 'we can make a difference'". The idea behind this movement is simple - that we all have the power of our own actions, but that none of us on our own can change the world, not governments, not businesses, not charities. We succeed when we work together.
The Brazilian public holiday of "Finados" (Day of the Dead) is celebrated on November 2. Similar to other Day of the Dead celebrations, people go to cemeteries and churches, with flowers, candles, and prayer. The celebration is intended to be positive, to celebrate those who are deceased.
National holiday in India celebrating the Festival of Lights by Hindus and Jains.
International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed ConflictQuick FactsThe United Nations’ (UN) International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict is held on November 6 each year. Local namesName Language International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict English Día Internacional para la Prevención de la Explotación del Medio Ambiente en la Guerra y los Conflictos Armados Spanish International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict 2010Saturday, November 6, 2010International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict 2011Sunday, November 6, 2011See list of observations belowThe United Nations’ (UN) International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict is annually held on November 6. It aims to educate people about the damaging effects of war and armed conflict on the environment.
Commemorates the proclamation of the republic in November 15, 1889.
15 - 21 November Global Entrepreneurship Week, organised by Enterprise UK, is a worldwide movement, of entrepreneurial people, with millions unleashing their ideas and turning them into reality. For one week, countries across six continents come together to celebrate entrepreneurship and enterprise, inspiring people to embrace innovation, imagination and creativity.
15 - 19 November 2010: International Education Week (IEW) is celebrated around the world in November each year. IEW provides an opportunity to show the world how an international dimension has benefited your school. It is a great way to involve parents, nearby schools and local organisations in your school's activities.
The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for Tolerance is annually observed on November 16 to educate people about the need for tolerance in society and to help them understand the negative effects of intolerance.
The United Nations' (UN) Universal Children's Day, which was established in 1954, is celebrated on November 20 each year to promote international togetherness and awareness among children worldwide. UNICEF, the United Nations Children's Fund, promotes and coordinates this special day, which also works towards improving children's welfare.
The United Nations' (UN) International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is an occasion for governments, international organizations and non-governmental organizations to raise public awareness of violence against women. It has been observed on November 25 each year since 2000.
AIDS is a condition resulting from damage done to the human immune system by HIV. It affects tens of millions of people around the world. The United Nations' (UN) World AIDS Day is held on December 1 each year to honor the victims of the AIDS pandemic and focus attention on the prevention and treatment of HIV and AIDS related conditions.
The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition is annually observed on August 23 to remind people of the tragedy of the transatlantic slave trade. It gives people a chance to think about the historic causes, the methods and the consequences of slave trade.
Since 1992, the United Nations' (UN) International Day of Persons with Disabilities is annually held on December 3. It aims to increase the understanding of the issues around disabilities and attention to the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. It also aims to increase the awareness of the gains for everybody if disabled persons are integrated into all aspects of political, social, economic and cultural life and raising money for resources for persons with disabilities.
International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social DevelopmentQuick FactsThe United Nations’ (UN) International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development, also known as International Volunteer Day (IVD), is observed on December 5 each year. Local namesName Language International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development English Día Internacional de los Voluntarios para el Desarrollo Económico y Social Spanish Alternative nameInternational Volunteer DayInternational Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development 2010Sunday, December 5, 2010International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development 2011Monday, December 5, 2011See list of observations belowThe United Nations (UN) annually observes the International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development on December 5. The day, which is also known as International Volunteer Day (IVD), gives volunteers a chance to work together on projects and campaigns promoting their contributions to economic and social development at local, national and international levels.
The United Nations’ (UN) International Anti-Corruption Day aims to raise public awareness of corruption and what people can do to fight it. It is observed on December 9 each year.
The United Nations' (UN) Human Rights Day is annually observed December 10 to mark the anniversary of the presentation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
The United Nations' (UN) International Migrants Day is annually held on December 18 to recognize the efforts, contributions and rights of migrants worldwide.
The United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation is annually observed on December 19. It commemorates the date when the United Nations (UN) General Assembly endorsed a plan of action in 1978 to promote and implement technical cooperation among developing countries.