Glossary
Important Dates and Days
Important Dates and Days
Important Biology-Related Dates and Information
| Event/Organization | Date/Establishment | Headquarters (if applicable) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| World Health Day | April 7th | N/A | Celebrates the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. Focuses on raising global awareness about specific health themes. |
| World Mental Health Day | October 10th | N/A | First celebrated in 1992 by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH). Dedicated to global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma. |
| Kyoto Protocol | Adopted: December 11, 1997 Entered into force: February 16, 2005 | N/A | An international treaty that commits industrialized nations to legally binding targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. |
| World Health Organization (WHO) | Established: April 7, 1948 | Geneva, Switzerland | A specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. |
| International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) | Founded: February 9, 1863 | Geneva, Switzerland | A humanitarian institution providing protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and violence. |
| American Red Cross | Established: May 21, 1881 | Washington, D.C., USA | A humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and disaster preparedness education in the United States. |
| World Environment Day | June 5th | N/A | Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) since 1973, encouraging worldwide awareness and action for environmental protection. |
| World AIDS Day | December 1st | N/A | First designated in 1988 by WHO to raise awareness about the AIDS pandemic and mourn those who have died. |
| International Day for Biological Diversity | May 22nd | N/A | Proclaimed by the United Nations to raise understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. |
| World Water Day | March 22nd | N/A | Annual UN observance since 1993, focusing on the importance of freshwater and sustainable management of water resources. |
| Earth Day | April 22nd | N/A | Annual event since 1970 to demonstrate support for environmental protection and raise public consciousness about environmental issues. |
| World Population Day | July 11th | N/A | Aims to raise global awareness about various population issues, including poverty, gender equality, and family planning. |
| World Food Day | October 16th | N/A | Commemorates the founding of the FAO in 1945, raising awareness about global hunger and food security. |
| International Day of Forests | March 21st | N/A | Proclaimed by the UN in 2012 to raise awareness about the importance of all types of forests. |
| World Wildlife Day | March 3rd | N/A | Celebrates the world's wild animals and plants and raises awareness about their conservation. |
| World Oceans Day | June 8th | N/A | Proposed in 1992 and recognized by the UN in 2008, informing the public about the impact of human actions on the ocean. |
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