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Special Dates
OCTOBER
September
September
International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (October 13)
This event, developed in 1989 by the United Nations and held each year on October 13, celebrates how those around the world are working to reduce their risk to natural hazards. The theme for 2024 is focused on the role that education can play in protecting and empowering young people for a more resilient future and aligns with the Sendai Framework (read about this framework here). While this day is not entirely focused on water, many natural hazards are water-related (e.g., flooding, severe storms, landslides, droughts). Read more about this day here.
September
September
September
World Environmental Health Day (September 26)
This annual day, held on September 26 and established in 2011 by the International Federation of Environmental Health, aims to bring attention and awareness to the work of environmental health professionals in improving environmental health. The theme for 2024 is ‘Environmental Health: Creating Resilient Communities through Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation’.
Read more about this day, the theme, and how you can get involved here.
World Rivers Day
(Last Sunday of September)
World Rivers Day is focused on celebrating waterways across the globe, increasing public awareness and enhancing stewardship, while recognizing the plurality of values and benefits of rivers. A wide range of activities occur to celebrate this day including recreational paddles, clean ups, and festivals. Learn more here.