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2000 Years of January 1st - by Ronnee Ruselle
January 1st has been celebrated as the beginning of the year in many calendars since the early 1500's. It's interesting to look back at the events over these years and to see the progress of mankind, politics, world events and technology. It also brings to mind thoughts of whether we have progressed in a positive way or whether changes are needed to make us a world that we are proud of.
World Days of Recognition
United Nation Days of Recognition Calendar - by Peaceful Willow
It is no secret that our planet, its people and animals are in need of tender loving care. Recognizing and learning about our needs individually as well as globally is an important step to preserving the planet and its heritage for our future generations. See specific info about some of these days in the articles below...
Feb 21: International Mother Language Day - by Ronnee Ruselle
You've heard of multiculturalism? Well this is to recognize multilingualism. This day has been recognized by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) since 2000. UNESCO believes that "*Mother languages are the most powerful instruments of preserving and developing our tangible and intangible heritage" so any moves to encourage linguistic diversity while maintaining the mother language are applauded.
Mar 8: Celebrating the World's Women - International Women's Day - by Ronnee Ruselle
Beginning in the early 1900's, International Women's Day began during a time of turbulence and industrial growth. It has often been an ideal time for women to make a political protest about injustice and ill treatment. It is a great opportunity for women from all continents who are often divided by cultural, linguistic, economic and political differences to come together and celebrate...
Mar 20: Earth Day - Furthering Peace, Justice & Care of our Planet - by Donna Thomson
The March (or Vernal) Equinox was chosen for Earth Day. This is the one special day internationally where the sun crosses the equator, resulting in 12 hours of day and 12 hours of night, worldwide. It symbolises the balance of nature and the equilibrium sought on Earth, as well as the theme of new beginnings that the first day of Spring brings.
Mar 21: Supporting World Forestry Day - by Donna Thomson
World Forestry Day has been held on 21 March annually, for over 30 years. It originated out of the desire to create public awareness about the value of our forests. Like Earth Day (see more here), World Forestry Day is held on the Autumnal Equinox in the Southern Hemisphere and the Vernal (Spring) Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere.
Mar 22: Coping with Water Scarcity - World Water Day - by Donna Thomson
The United Nations World Water Day began in 1993 and is celebrated on 22 March each year with an annual theme which, in 2007, is 'Coping with Water Scarcity'. The annual theme is guided by the theme of the International Decade on Water which began on 22 March 2005 and runs until 22 March 2015. The decade's theme is 'Water for Life'.
Our Important Polar Caps - International Polar Year - by Ronnee Ruselle
There are many changes occurring in the world's snow and ice. These include shrinking glaciers and ice sheets, less snow cover, and reductions in the thickness and amount of sea ice. The effects caused by these changes are local and global. These changes have immediate consequences for land and marine ecosystems.
