2025’s International Day of Rural Women: A Global Call to Support Women in Rural Areas
Celebrated every year on October 15, International Day of Rural Women is a global event that recognizes the vital role of women in rural areas and brings awareness to the unique challenges they face. From farmers and entrepreneurs to community leaders, rural women play an essential part in sustaining communities and advancing economic development. This day highlights their contributions while advocating for greater equality and support.
The 11th annual HPCC Systems Community Summit will kick off the week of October 7 with an exciting line up of speakers, sessions and engaging workshops. This year’s theme is Igniting Innovation and is free to attend for academia, industry and technologists. The purpose of the Summit is to gather engineers, data scientists and technology professionals to share knowledge and future roadmap plans for the open source HPCC Systems platform.
The Leaders Summit is the UN Global Compact’s dynamic day-long conference dedicated to providing the tools, network, knowledge, and inspiration needed to scale the impact of private sector contributions to the 2030 Agenda. With inspiring keynotes, interactive breakouts, along with networking experiences, it’s a can’t miss event for anyone committed to raising the bar on sustainability and shaping the future of responsible business.
More than 1100 people came together virtually on 18 June 2024 for the tenth edition of the RELX SDG Inspiration Day: "In the Age of AI: Information to Advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)." The annual online event brings together thought leaders, corporate representatives, students, investors, governments, and NGOs to explore pressing issues, gain practical insight, and inspire action on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
International Youth Day 2025
International Youth Day (IYD) is dedicated to drawing attention to the cultural and legal issues surrounding youth. Established by the United Nations in 1999, this day serves as a platform for governments and organizations to address the challenges faced by young people and to recognize their contributions to global development. Observed annually on August 12th, IYD encourages activities that promote awareness, dialogue, and action on youth-related issues.
The Significance of Youth
World Humanitarian Day 2024
World Humanitarian Day is dedicated to recognizing humanitarian personnel and those who have died working for humanitarian causes. Designated by the United Nations General Assembly as part of a Swedish-sponsored resolution, this day is observed on August 19th. It commemorates the anniversary of the bombing of the UN Headquarters in Baghdad, which claimed the lives of Sérgio Vieira de Mello, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to Iraq, and 21 of his colleagues.
The Significance of Humanitarian Work
International Day of Friendship 2025
International Day of Friendship is dedicated to recognizing the role of friendship in promoting peace and understanding across the globe. Proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011, this day emphasizes the importance of friendship between peoples, countries, cultures, and individuals in building bridges and fostering harmony. Observed on July 30th, this day encourages activities and initiatives that promote dialogue, mutual understanding, and reconciliation.
The Significance of Friendship
