Passover is a Jewish holiday which commemorates the Hebrews' freedom from slavery from Egypt. Passover is celebrated with a family meal called seder on the first night which consists of foods symbolic of the Herbrews' liberation and prohibitions on work are observed from the beginning to the end of Passover period. Chag Pesach Sameach to…
Jazz has a lengthy history with breaking down barriers and inducing social change, particularly in the United States. Thus, International Jazz Day was established by the United Nations to commemorate Jazz as a medium through which peace, dialogue and unity can be promoted. To find out more about International Jazz Day, explore the links below!…
Cinco De Mayo originally celebrates the Mexican Army's defeat of France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, however, the holiday has largely become a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage in the United States. Today, Cinco De Mayo is usually celebrated through parades, dancing to Mexican folk music and enjoying traditional food with friends…
Vesak, also known as Buddha Day, is a Buddhist holiday which celebrates the birth of Siddhartha Gautama, who became eventually became the Buddha and the founder of Buddhism. Celebrations surrounding…
World Bee Day was established by the United Nations to raise awareness regarding the importance of bees and their role as pollinators in the natural ecosystem. Bees are currently an…
Africa Day celebrates the establishment of the Organisation of African Unity in 1963. It commemorates all countries in the African continent, their distinct cultures and the determination of African people…
Covering 70% of the Earth, the oceans are crucial for sustaining life. World Oceans Day was established by the United Nations to bring awareness to the negative human impact on…
19 June, referred to as 'Juneteenth', is a federal American holiday which commemorates the effective end of slavery when the Union Army marched to Galveston Bay, Texas in 1865 and freed the 250,000 enslaved black people, despite the Emancipation Proclamation being declared 1863. Often referred to as the United States' second independence day, today Juneteenth…
World Refugee Day was established by the United Nations to honour people who have been displaced from their homes and have become refugees. People become displaced for a variety of…
Originating in India, yoga is an ancient spiritual, mental and physical practise that aims to bring together the body and the mind. Growing in popularity globally as a meditative practise, the United Nations established International Yoga Day to raise awareness of the physical and mental benefits of regularly practising yoga! To celebrate International Yoga Day,…
The International Day of the Tropics was established by the United Nations to highlight the rich biodiversity of the tropics, whilst also raising awareness of the challenges people residing in…