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First held in Zambia in 2003, the event spread to the United States in 2009 and continued to grow across the globe. Orphan Sunday (Stand Sunday in the United States) is an international outreach organiz...
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November 29 marks the anniversary of Palestine’s receipt of Observer Status within the United Nations as of 2012. Parts of Palestine since 1948 and the whole of Palestine since 1967 have been occupied by...
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The disabled, elderly, obese, and others often have difficulty accessing health care providers and their offices. National Patient Accessibility Week encourages health care providers and facilities to loo...
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On November 17 each year, drive with your headlights on as a public demonstration for peace, and think about peace as you go through your daily activities. Fold some origami cranes (instructions here: htt...
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National Philanthropy Day recognizes the efforts of philanthropists. First conceptualized by Douglas Freeman, it became a national awareness day in 1986 through a proclamation by President Reagan. It i...
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Ecosystems, fauna, and animals endure silent suffering during war. Areas once full of biodiversity are frequently destroyed for years or permanently. In the beginning, the thunder of bombs shatters the st...
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Republic Day in Brazil marks the anniversary of November 15, 1889, when Brazil proclaimed itself a republic. Republic Day is a national holiday.
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Republic Day in Mongolia marks the anniversary of November 26, 1924, when the nation declared itself a republic. Republic Day is a national holiday.
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Republic Day in the Maldives marks the anniversary of November 11, 1968, when the nation ended its monarchy and became a republic. Republic Day is a national holiday.
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Republic Day in Chad marks the anniversary of November 28, 1958, when the nation declared itself a republic. Republic Day is a national holiday.
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Revolution Day in Algeria marks the anniversary of November 1, 1954, when the citizens began their revolt against the nation of France. Revolution Day is a national holiday.
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Revolution Day in Mexico marks the anniversary of November 20, 1910, when Francisco I Madero started the social revolution. Revolution Day is a national holiday.
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World Day of Romani Language acknowledges the Romani language, an integral part of the cultural heritage of the Romani people. It raises awareness about the Romani people, promoting the preservation and u...
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Rural areas in the United States often struggle with access to quality healthcare services. National Rural Health Day, an annual event observed on the third Thursday of November aims to highlight the pres...
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World Solidarity Day with the Palestinian People is a campaign started by the United Nations General Assembly in 1977 under the resolution 32/40. November 29 represents the 1947 anniversary when the UN Ge...
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In 2004, Bishop Aaron Blake, Sr. started “Stand Sunday” in the United States, at his church in Brownwood, Texas, as a call to stand up to care for children and families impacted by the child welfare syste...
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In the tumultuous years leading up to World War II, a group of Czechoslovak students played a pivotal role in shaping history by founding International Student Day on November 17, 1941. This event, rooted...
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The World Toilet Organization originated on November 19, 2001, as part of the inaugural World Toilet Summit, the first global summit of its kind. The need for an international day to draw global attention...
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The UN General Assembly endorses the International Day of Tolerance to raise awareness of the need for tolerance in all aspects of human interaction. It was established through resolution 51/95. This da...
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Transgender Day of Remembrance marks the murder of transgender woman Rita Hester on November 28, 1998. It is a day to remember those killed for being transgender. _______________ Approximately 1.4 million...