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31	31	31	31	31	01 World Seagrass Day World Seagrass Day All day 03/01/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=world-seagrass-day In May 2022, the General Assembly adopted A/RES/76/265 proclaiming 1 March as World Seagrass Day. The resolution highlights the urgent need to raise awareness at all levels and to promote and facilitate actions for the conservation of seagrasses to contribute to their health and development, bearing in mind that enhancing ecosystem services and functions is important for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more Zero Discrimination Day Zero Discrimination Day All day 03/01/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=zero-discrimination-day-2 On Zero Discrimination Day, 1 March, we celebrate the right of everyone to live a full and productive life—and live it with dignity. Zero Discrimination Day highlights how people can become informed about and promote inclusion, compassion, peace, and, above all, a movement for change. Zero Discrimination Day is helping to create a global movement of solidarity to end all forms of discrimination. This year is the tenth anniversary of Zero Discrimination Day and the theme is “To protect everyone’s health, protect everyone’s rights”. Learn more	02
03 World Wildlife Day World Wildlife Day All day 03/03/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=world-wildlife-day-2 People everywhere rely on wildlife and biodiversity-based resources to meet our needs – from food, to fuel, medicines, housing, and clothing. For us to enjoy the benefits and the beauty that nature brings us and our planet, people have been working together to make sure ecosystems can thrive and plant and animal species can exist for future generations. So, let’s celebrate wildlife and the important conservation work being done around the world! World Wildlife Day is an opportunity to celebrate the many beautiful and varied forms of wild fauna and flora and to raise awareness of the multitude of benefits that their conservation provides to people. At the same time, the Day reminds us of the urgent need to step up the fight against wildlife crime and the human-induced reduction of species, which have wide-ranging economic, environmental, and social impacts. Given these various negative effects, Sustainable Development Goal 15 focuses on halting biodiversity loss. Learn more	04	05 International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness All day 03/05/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-for-disarmament-and-non-proliferation-awareness The International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness seeks to promote better awareness and understanding of disarmament issues among the public, especially young people. Since the founding of the United Nations, the goals of multilateral disarmament and arms limitation have been central to the Organization’s efforts to maintain international peace and security. Observed on 5 March, the International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness plays a role in deepening the global public’s understanding of how disarmament efforts contribute to enhancing peace and security, preventing and ending armed conflicts, and curbing human suffering caused by weapons. Learn more International Day of Older Persons International Day of Older Persons All day 03/05/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-of-older-persons No additional detail for this event.	06	07	08 International Women’s Day International Women’s Day All day 03/08/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-womens-day-2 Achieving gender equality and women’s well-being in all aspects of life is more crucial than ever if we want to create prosperous economies and a healthy planet. However, we are facing a key challenge: the alarming $360 billion annual deficit in gender equality measures by 2030. Join us on March 8, 2024, for International Women’s Day under the theme ‘Invest in women: Accelerate progress”, and take a stand with us using the hashtag #InvestInWomen. Learn more	09
10 International Day of Women Judges International Day of Women Judges All day 03/10/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-of-women-judges Despite women’s increased engagement in public life, they remain significantly underrepresented in decision-making positions. In fact, a relatively small number of women have been, or are part of, the judiciary, particularly at senior judicial leadership positions. By marking the day, we will reaffirm our commitment to develop and implement appropriate and effective national strategies and plans for the advancement of women in judicial justice systems and institutions at the leadership, managerial and other levels. Join us in celebrating this International Day of Women Judges with the campaign “Women in Justice, women for justice” to promote the full and equal participation of women at all levels of the judiciary, to celebrate the progress that has been made and raise awareness about the challenges ahead! Learn more	11	12	13	14	15 International Day to Combat Islamophobia International Day to Combat Islamophobia All day 03/15/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-to-combat-islamophobia Studies show that the number of Islamophobic hate crimes frequently increases following events beyond the control of most Muslims, including terrorist attacks and anniversaries of such attacks. These trigger events illustrate how Islamophobia may attribute collective responsibility to all Muslims for the actions of a very select few, or feed upon inflammatory rhetoric. The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution sponsored by 60 Member-States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), which designated 15 March as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. Learn more	16
17	18	19	20 French Language Day French Language Day All day 03/20/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=french-language-day Language Days at the United Nations were introduced in 2010 to celebrate multilingualism and cultural diversity. The UN celebrates six “Language Days” each year, dedicated to the six official languages of the United Nations, which are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish. These days are an opportunity to raise awareness among the international community of the history, culture, and use of each of these languages. An essential factor in harmonious communication between peoples, multilingualism is more than ever of particular importance for the UN because it promotes tolerance and ensures the effective participation of all in the Organization’s work process. Learn more International Day of Happiness International Day of Happiness All day 03/20/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-of-happiness-2 Since 2013, the United Nations has celebrated the International Day of Happiness as a way to recognize the importance of happiness in the lives of people around the world. Happiness is a fundamental human goal. The United Nations General Assembly recognizes this goal and calls for “a more inclusive, equitable, and balanced approach to economic growth that promotes the happiness and well-being of all peoples.” In 2015, the UN launched the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, which seek to end poverty, reduce inequality, and protect our planet – three key aspects that lead to well-being and happiness. The United Nations invites each person of any age, plus every classroom, business, and government to join in the celebration of the International Day of Happiness. Learn more	21 International Day of Forests International Day of Forests All day 03/21/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-of-forests-2 Forest sustainable management and their use of resources are key to combating climate change, and to contributing to the prosperity and well-being of current and future generations. Forests also play a crucial role in poverty alleviation and in the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Yet despite all these priceless ecological, economic, social, and health benefits, forests are endangered by fires, pests, droughts, and unprecedented deforestation. Forests give us so much to our health. They purify the water, clean the air, capture carbon to fight climate change, provide food and life-saving medicines, and improve our well-being. It’s up to us to safeguard these precious natural resources. Learn more World Down Syndrome Day World Down Syndrome Day All day 03/21/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=world-down-syndrome-day-2 Down syndrome occurs when an individual has an extra partial (or whole) copy of chromosome 21. It is not yet know why this syndrome occurs, but Down syndrome has always been a part of the human condition. It exists in all regions across the globe and commonly results in variable effects on learning styles, physical characteristics and health. Adequate access to health care, to early intervention programmes, and to inclusive education, as well as appropriate research, are vital to the growth and development of the individual. In December 2011, the General Assembly declared 21 March as World Down Syndrome Day (A/RES/66/149). The General Assembly decided, with effect from 2012, to observe World Down Syndrome Day on 21 March each year. To raise public awareness of Down syndrome, the General Assembly invites all Member States, relevant organizations of the United Nations system, and other international organizations, as well as civil society, including non-governmental organizations and the private sector, to observe World Down Syndrome Day in an appropriate manner. Learn more International Nowruz Day International Nowruz Day All day 03/21/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-nowruz-day The word Nowruz (Novruz, Navruz, Nooruz, Nevruz, Nauryz), means new day; its spelling and pronunciation may vary by country. Nowruz marks the first day of spring and is celebrated on the day of the astronomical vernal equinox, which usually occurs on 21 March. It is celebrated as the beginning of the new year by more than 300 million people all around the world and has been celebrated for over 3,000 years in the Balkans, the Black Sea Basin, the Caucasus, Central Asia, the Middle East, and other regions. Celebrating Nowruz means the affirmation of life in harmony with nature, awareness of the inseparable link between constructive labor and natural cycles of renewal, and a solicitous and respectful attitude towards natural sources of life. Learn more World Poetry Day World Poetry Day All day 03/21/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=world-poetry-day Practiced throughout history – in every culture and on every continent – poetry speaks to our common humanity and our shared values, transforming the simplest of poems into a powerful catalyst for dialogue and peace. Held every year on 21 March, World Poetry Day celebrates one of humanity’s most treasured forms of cultural and linguistic expression and identity. Learn more International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination All day 03/21/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-for-the-elimination-of-racial-discrimination-2 The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on the day the police in Sharpeville, South Africa, opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960. In 1979, the General Assembly adopted a program of activities to be undertaken during the second half of the Decade for Action to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination. On that occasion, the General Assembly decided that a week of solidarity with the people struggling against racism and racial discrimination, beginning on 21 March would be organized annually in all States. Since then, the apartheid system in South Africa has been dismantled. Racist laws and practices have been abolished in many countries, and we have built an international framework for fighting racism, guided by the International Convention on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The Convention is now nearing universal ratification, yet still, in all regions, too many individuals, communities, and societies suffer from the injustice and stigma that racism brings. Learn more Week of Solidarity with the Peoples Stuggling against Racism and Racial Discrimination Week of Solidarity with the Peoples Stuggling against Racism and Racial Discrimination All day 03/21/2024-03/27/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=week-of-solidarity-with-the-peoples-stuggling-against-racism-and-racial-discrimination No additional detail for this event. More events International Day of Forests International Day of Forests All day 03/21/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-of-forests-2 Forest sustainable management and their use of resources are key to combating climate change, and to contributing to the prosperity and well-being of current and future generations. Forests also play a crucial role in poverty alleviation and in the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Yet despite all these priceless ecological, economic, social, and health benefits, forests are endangered by fires, pests, droughts, and unprecedented deforestation. Forests give us so much to our health. They purify the water, clean the air, capture carbon to fight climate change, provide food and life-saving medicines, and improve our well-being. It’s up to us to safeguard these precious natural resources. Learn more World Down Syndrome Day World Down Syndrome Day All day 03/21/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=world-down-syndrome-day-2 Down syndrome occurs when an individual has an extra partial (or whole) copy of chromosome 21. It is not yet know why this syndrome occurs, but Down syndrome has always been a part of the human condition. It exists in all regions across the globe and commonly results in variable effects on learning styles, physical characteristics and health. Adequate access to health care, to early intervention programmes, and to inclusive education, as well as appropriate research, are vital to the growth and development of the individual. In December 2011, the General Assembly declared 21 March as World Down Syndrome Day (A/RES/66/149). The General Assembly decided, with effect from 2012, to observe World Down Syndrome Day on 21 March each year. To raise public awareness of Down syndrome, the General Assembly invites all Member States, relevant organizations of the United Nations system, and other international organizations, as well as civil society, including non-governmental organizations and the private sector, to observe World Down Syndrome Day in an appropriate manner. Learn more International Nowruz Day International Nowruz Day All day 03/21/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-nowruz-day The word Nowruz (Novruz, Navruz, Nooruz, Nevruz, Nauryz), means new day; its spelling and pronunciation may vary by country. Nowruz marks the first day of spring and is celebrated on the day of the astronomical vernal equinox, which usually occurs on 21 March. It is celebrated as the beginning of the new year by more than 300 million people all around the world and has been celebrated for over 3,000 years in the Balkans, the Black Sea Basin, the Caucasus, Central Asia, the Middle East, and other regions. Celebrating Nowruz means the affirmation of life in harmony with nature, awareness of the inseparable link between constructive labor and natural cycles of renewal, and a solicitous and respectful attitude towards natural sources of life. Learn more World Poetry Day World Poetry Day All day 03/21/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=world-poetry-day Practiced throughout history – in every culture and on every continent – poetry speaks to our common humanity and our shared values, transforming the simplest of poems into a powerful catalyst for dialogue and peace. Held every year on 21 March, World Poetry Day celebrates one of humanity’s most treasured forms of cultural and linguistic expression and identity. Learn more International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination All day 03/21/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-for-the-elimination-of-racial-discrimination-2 The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on the day the police in Sharpeville, South Africa, opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960. In 1979, the General Assembly adopted a program of activities to be undertaken during the second half of the Decade for Action to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination. On that occasion, the General Assembly decided that a week of solidarity with the people struggling against racism and racial discrimination, beginning on 21 March would be organized annually in all States. Since then, the apartheid system in South Africa has been dismantled. Racist laws and practices have been abolished in many countries, and we have built an international framework for fighting racism, guided by the International Convention on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The Convention is now nearing universal ratification, yet still, in all regions, too many individuals, communities, and societies suffer from the injustice and stigma that racism brings. Learn more Week of Solidarity with the Peoples Stuggling against Racism and Racial Discrimination Week of Solidarity with the Peoples Stuggling against Racism and Racial Discrimination All day 03/21/2024-03/27/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=week-of-solidarity-with-the-peoples-stuggling-against-racism-and-racial-discrimination No additional detail for this event.	22 World Water Day World Water Day All day 03/22/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=world-water-day-2 More than 3 billion people worldwide depend on water that crosses national borders. Yet, only 24 countries have cooperation agreements for all their shared water. As climate change impacts increase, and populations grow, there is an urgent need, within and between countries, to unite around protecting and conserving our most precious resource. Public health and prosperity, food and energy systems, economic productivity and environmental integrity all rely on a well-functioning and equitably managed water cycle. Learn more	23 World Meteorological Day World Meteorological Day All day 03/23/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=world-meteorological-day-2 Every 23 March, the World Meteorological Organization commemorates the coming into force of the Convention establishing the World Meteorological Organization on 23 March 1950. It showcases the essential contribution of the National Meteorological and Hydrological Services to the safety and well-being of society and is celebrated with activities around the world. The themes chosen for World Meteorological Day reflect topical weather, climate, or water-related issues. Learn more
24 International Day for the Right to the Truth Concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims International Day for the Right to the Truth Concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims All day 03/24/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-for-the-right-to-the-truth-concerning-gross-human-rights-violations-and-for-the-dignity-of-victims-2 The right to the truth is often invoked in the context of gross violations of human rights and grave breaches of humanitarian law. The relatives of victims of summary executions, enforced disappearance, missing persons, abducted children, and torture, are required to know what happened to them. The right to the truth implies knowing the full truth as to the events that transpired, their specific circumstances, and who participated in them, including knowing the circumstances in which the violations took place, as well as the reasons for them. Each year, on 24 March, the International Day for the Right to the Truth Concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims is observed. Learn more World Tuberculosis Day World Tuberculosis Day All day 03/24/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=world-tuberculosis-day Each year we commemorate World TB Day to raise public awareness about the devastating health, social and economic consequences of tuberculosis (TB) and to step up efforts to end the global TB epidemic. The date marks the day in 1882 when Dr. Robert Koch announced that he had discovered the bacterium that causes TB, which opened the way towards diagnosing and curing this disease. Learn more	25 International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members All day 03/25/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-of-solidarity-with-detained-and-missing-staff-members The International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members is marked each year on the anniversary of the abduction of Alec Collett, a former journalist who was working for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) when he was abducted by armed gunman in 1985. His body was finally found in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley in 2009. The International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members has taken on even greater importance in recent years, as attacks against the United Nations intensify. This is a day to mobilize action, demand justice and strengthen our resolve to protect UN staff and peacekeepers, as well as our colleagues in the non-governmental community and the press. This is a day to mobilize action, demand justice and strengthen our resolve to protect UN staff and peacekeepers, as well as our colleagues in the non-governmental community and the press. Learn more International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade All day 03/25/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-of-remembrance-of-the-victims-of-slavery-and-the-transatlantic-slave-trade United Nations General Assembly Resolution 62/122 which established the Outreach Programme on the transatlantic slave trade and slavery, also designated 25 March as the annual International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade. The Day is observed with ceremonies and activities at United Nations Headquarters in New York and United Nations offices around the world. Learn more	26	27	28	29	30 International Day of Zero Waste International Day of Zero Waste All day 03/30/2024 https://worldresourceschicago.com/?ecwd_event=international-day-of-zero-waste Humanity’s unsustainable production and consumption practices are driving the planet towards destruction. International Day of Zero Waste highlights both the critical need to bolster waste management globally and the importance of sustainable production and consumption practices. It celebrates zero-waste initiatives at all levels, which contribute to the advancement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Learn more
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Builds and Strengthens Institutions

ImprovesHealthOutcomes

Promotes Strategic Approaches

Improves
Health
Outcomes