June 5 | World Environment Day
May 31, 2009
World Environment Day (UN) is commemorated each year on 5 June.
It’s intended to stimulate worldwide awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and action. Recognising that climate change is becoming the defining issue of our era, UNEP is asking countries, companies and communities to focus on greenhouse gas emissions and how to reduce them.
The World Environment Day will highlight resources and initiatives that promote low carbon economies and life-styles, such as improved energy efficiency, alternative energy sources, forest conservation and eco-friendly consumption.
United Nations Environment Programme website
Dec 10 | International Human Rights Day
November 15, 2008
On December 10 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which states “All human beings are born with equal and inalienable rights and fundamental freedoms”. This Declaration holds true more than ever today.
Every year on the same day, the United Nations celebrate Human Rights Day.
Nov 20 – National Child Day & Universal Children’s Day
November 8, 2008
Through active participation, children are empowered. They learn new skills and build self-esteem.
Listening to children and respecting their views promotes tolerance and leads to decisions made in the child’s best interest.
We invite you to celebrate Canada’s commitment to children by building awareness of our children’s right to be heard!
More about National Child Day in Canada
More about the UN Declaration on the Rights of the Child
Date: Thursday Nov 20, 2008
