International Women's Day
International Women's Day on 8 March celebrates the achievements of women and calls for action on gender equality.
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In March 2027
- 08Mar
Monday, 08 March 2027
Awareness day - 21Mar
Sunday, 21 March 2027
Awareness day International Day of Forests
The United Nations observes the International Day of Forests on 21 March to celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of all types of forests and trees.
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- 22Mar
Monday, 22 March 2027
Awareness day World Water Day
World Water Day, observed by the United Nations on 22 March since 1993, focuses on the importance of fresh water and on safe water and sanitation for all.
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- 24Mar
Wednesday, 24 March 2027
Awareness day World Tuberculosis Day
World Tuberculosis Day on 24 March marks the day in 1882 when Dr Robert Koch announced the discovery of the bacterium that causes TB.
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Organise an awareness activity with us
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.
Awareness
Why awareness days matter
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
- Add any day or event to your phone calendar
Ideas
Ways to mark an awareness day
Simple activities that schools, colleges, workplaces and community groups can organise.
Talks & quizzes
A short session or quiz in a classroom, office or community hall.
Rallies & street plays
Slogans, posters and nukkad natak that carry the message into the neighbourhood.
Screening camps
Health days are a good time for check-ups and referrals with local health workers.
Clean-up & plantation
Environment days are ideal for a clean-up, plantation or waste segregation drive.
Share it online
Share accurate information from trusted sources on social media and messaging groups.
Volunteer
Give a few hours to an organisation working on the cause.
Organise an awareness activity with us
Tell us which day you would like to mark and where - our team and volunteers can help you plan a meaningful activity.