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This Word Refugee Day, here at IJI we wish to amplify the voices of those in turmoil, as violence continues to spread across Sudan forcing thousands to flee their...
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Desertification, Drought & the Global South
World Day to Combat Desertification & Drought is observed on the 17th June each year to promote public awareness of international efforts to combat desertification – this international day...
International Day of the African Child 2023
June 16th is an international day dedicated to the children of Africa and commemorates those killed during the Soweto Uprising in South Africa. On June 16, 1976, thousands of...
World Environment Day 2023
World Environment Day, on the 5th of June, brings together millions of people from across the globe, rallying communities to protect and restore the Earth. This year marks the...
Laudato Si’ Week 2023
Laudato Si’ is an encyclical of Pope Francis published in May 2015. It focuses on care for the natural environment and all people, as well as broader questions on...
International Day of Families 2023
Back in 1993, the General Assembly decided in a resolution that 15th May of every year should be observed as The International Day of Families. This day provides an opportunity...
Sudan Refugee Crisis
As you may have seen in recent headlines, violence has erupted in Sudan and tensions continue to rise risking civil war. A power struggle is at the centre of...
World Earth Day 2023
This year, the theme for World Earth Day is focused on ‘Mother Earth’ who for decades now has been calling out for our help and action to protect her...
World Health Day 2023
Water is something we often take for granted on this side of the world but it is not only critical for our health but has a domino effect on...
Earth Hour 2023
This Saturday join millions of people across the globe and switch off your lights in support of nature and the planet. In Ireland, Earth Hour is at 20.30 (8.30pm)...
World Water Day 2023
World Water Day is UN global initiative and this year’s theme is “Accelerating change” focused on protecting and conserving the Earth’s freshwater. Groundwater is a vital resource that provides almost half...
International Women’s Day 2023
International Women’s Day, a day where we reflect on the actions and roles of the various women in our lives. On this day we stand in solidarity with all...