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11 October 2021 - 11 October 2021
Worldwide
International Day of the Girl
In 2011, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution adopting 11 October as the International Day of the Girl Child, recognizing girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls around the world face realizing them.
26 September 2021 - 26 September 2021
Worldwide
World Contraceptive Day
World Contraception Day takes place on 26 September. The aim is to improve awareness of all contraceptive methods available and to enable young people to make informed choices on their sexual and reproductive health.
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31 August 2021 - 31 August 2021
Worldwide
International Day for People of African Descent
After a December 2020 resolution led by Costa Rica, this year marks the inaugural observance of the International Day for People of African Descent “to promote greater recognition and respect for the diverse heritage, cultures, and contributions of people of African descent to the development of societies, and to promote respect for the human rights and fundamental freedoms of people of African descent.”
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