World Cancer Day, led by the Union for International Cancer Control, is observed on 4 February to raise awareness of cancer prevention, early detection and treatment.
The United Nations observes the World Day of Social Justice on 20 February to promote efforts to tackle poverty, exclusion, unemployment and inequality.
Proclaimed by UNESCO in 1999, International Mother Language Day on 21 February promotes linguistic and cultural diversity and learning in one's mother tongue.
Plan a talk, rally, drive or workshop in your school, college, office or neighbourhood around an awareness day. Our team and volunteers can help you prepare.
National and international awareness days are a chance for everyone to learn something new and take one small, useful action.
This calendar lists important days observed in India and around the world - for health, education, the environment, women and children, rights and social justice - together with simple ways to take part. Events organised by the foundation are shown alongside them.
Learn the facts behind each day
Share reliable information with family and friends
Plan an activity in your school, college or neighbourhood
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