Solidarity is the awareness of shared interests and objectives that create a psychological sense of unity in the society. The United Nations recognizes solidarity as the predominant means of eradicating…

In light of the enormous and growing number of migrants around the world, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared December 18 as International Migrants Day on December 4, 2000.…

"Now is the perfect time for everyone to start becoming more energy efficient and doing their part to save our planet."  Once upon a time, there lived a great scientist…

"So on this Human Rights Day, let us rededicate ourselves to the advancement of human rights and freedom for all, and pledge always to live by the ideals we promote…

“The worst disease in today’s world is corruption and the best remedy to cure this disease is transparency.” According to Transparency International, corruption is the abuse of delegated power for…

The International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development or also referred to as the International Volunteer Day (IVD) which is held on the 5th of December, celebrates people and…

Every year on December 3rd, the International Day of People with Disabilities, also known as Disability Day, is celebrated. Since 1992, the United Nations has been promoting the day, with…

Sometimes the past emerges in the present even worse. Slavery is one of those ugliest realities that had come into existence since the beginning of human civilization. Slavery has evolved…

Since 1988, December 1 has been designated as World AIDS Day. It is an international day to increase understanding of HIV and AIDS everywhere. In addition, to bring attention to…

The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is observed annually on the 25th of November by the United Nations in an effort to increase public awareness of…