World AIDS Day
Dates to Remember
World AIDS Day, designated on 1 December every year since 1988, is an international day dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV […]
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National Special Education Day
Dates to RememberNational Special Education Day is celebrated on December 2nd. It commemorates the anniversary of the signing of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act in 1975, which was later […]
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Dates to RememberInternational Day of Persons with Disabilities is an international observance promoted by the United Nations since 1992. It has been observed with varying degrees of success around the planet.
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National Handwashing Awareness Week
Dates to RememberNational Handwashing Awareness Week is the first full week of December, a yearly observance sponsored by the Henry the Hand Foundation, emphasizing that proper handwashing is a simple yet powerful way to prevent […]
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Pansexual Pride Day
Dates to RememberPansexual Pride Day is celebrated annually on December 8th, a day to recognize and celebrate pansexual and panromantic individuals, promoting visibility and acceptance for those attracted to people regardless of gender. […]
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International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime
Dates to RememberThe International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime is observed annually on December 9th.This day […]
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Human Rights Day
Dates to RememberHuman Rights Day is observed annually around the world on 10 December. It commemorates the anniversary of one of the world's most groundbreaking global pledges: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This landmark […]
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International Animal Rights Day
Dates to RememberInternational Animal Rights Day is observed annually on December 10th, the same day as Human Rights Day, to highlight that all sentient beings deserve respect, freedom from suffering, and inherent rights, not […]
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National Day of the Horse
Dates to RememberThe National Day of the Horse is celebrated annually on December 13th, designated by the U.S. Congress in 2004 to recognize the horse's vital contributions to the nation's economy, history, and […]
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HIV Cure Research Day
Dates to RememberHIV Cure Research Day is an annual observance on December 14th that promotes awareness, celebrates progress, and unites researchers, advocates, and communities in the global search for an HIV cure, honoring milestones like the first cured individuals (Berlin, London Patients) and fostering collaboration to end the epidemic. It highlights the need for equitable involvement, educates the public, and […]
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International Migrants Day
Dates to RememberInternational Migrants Day gives us a special opportunity to shine a spotlight on the invaluable contributions of millions of migrants around the world. It's also a day for us to highlight the increasingly complex environment in which migration occurs. Conflicts, climate-related disasters and economic pressures continue to drive millions of people from their homes in […]
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International Migrants Day
Dates to RememberFor International Migrants Day 2025 (December 18), themes focus on migrant contributions, rights, and shaping shared futures, with specific examples like "Honouring the Contributions of Migrants and Respecting their Rights" (General/UK focus) and "One City, Many Journeys – Honouring Migrants and Shaping a Shared Future" (London/Migrant Voice) emphasizing inclusion and community. Another religious focus from the Pope for the […]