| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | International Human Solidarity Day |
| Observed Annually On | 20 December |
| Established By | United Nations (UN) |
| Year of Establishment | 2005 (Officially proclaimed by the UN General Assembly) |
| Commemorates | Establishment of the World Solidarity Fund (created on 20 December 2002) |
| Main Objectives | Promote international cooperation, reduce poverty, address health inequalities, and ensure social justice. Encourage dialogue on global solidarity and equitable development. |
| Core Principle | Solidarity as a universal value for addressing global challenges like poverty, health crises, and inequality. |
| Linked With | United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) (e.g., No Poverty, Good Health, Gender Equality). |
| Global Observance | Seminars, workshops, conferences, and awareness campaigns by governments, organizations, and civil society groups. |
| Historical Context | Rooted in the UN Millennium Declaration, which identified solidarity as a fundamental value in the 21st century. |
| Key Takeaways | • Observed on 20 December.• Promotes poverty eradication, health equity, and social justice.• Aligned with SDGs. |
Workflow
Login
Contact Counsellor