The International Day for Tolerance 2024: Promoting Respect and Understanding Worldwide
Observed annually on November 16, the International Day for Tolerance was declared by UNESCO in 1995 to raise public awareness about the dangers of intolerance and to promote understanding and respect among diverse cultures and communities. The day encourages global dialogue and cooperation to foster tolerance, human rights, and peace.
Origins and Background
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women 2024: Taking Action to End Gender-Based Violence
Each year the RELX Environmental Challenge is awarded to projects that best demonstrate how they can provide sustainable access to safe water or sanitation. There is a $50,000 prize for the first place entry and a $25,000 prize for the second place entry. The winners also receive free access for one year to ScienceDirect, our Scientific, Technical & Medical business’ database of full text, scientific information. Projects must have clear practical applicability, address identified need and advance related issues such as health, education, or human rights.
United Nations Day 2024: Promoting Peace, Unity, and Global Partnerships
Celebrated annually on October 24, United Nations Day commemorates the establishment of the United Nations in 1945. This day is devoted to promoting global unity, international cooperation, and the organization's work in advancing peace, human rights, and sustainable development. Officially declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 1947, the observance was later recognized as an international holiday in 1971, encouraging all member states to honor it as a public holiday.
