Special Dates
September
World Environmental Health Day (September 26, 2024)
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: Cr
World Environmental Health Day (September 26, 2024)
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 – September 29, 2024)
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.