About Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict Day
On 19 June 2015, the United Nations General Assembly (A/RES/69/293) proclaimed 19 June of each year the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, in order to raise awareness of the need to put an end to conflict-related sexual violence, to honour the victims and survivors of sexual violence around the world and to pay tribute to all those who have courageously devoted their lives to and lost their lives in standing up for the eradication of these crimes.
The date was chosen to commemorate the adoption on 19 June 2008 of Security Council resolution 1820 (2008), in which the Council condemned sexual violence as a tactic of war and an impediment to peacebuilding.
Similar Observances
World Day against Trafficking in Persons
Its purpose is to draw attention and raise awareness of humanity about an important problem that exists even in our time.
Read More
Read More
World Humanitarian Day
A day to pay tribute to aid workers who risk their lives in humanitarian service, and to rally support for people affected by crises around the world.
Read More
Read More
International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism
Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism
Read More
Read More
International Day of Remembrance for Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
The date was set by the UN General Assembly, and all states confirmed their condemnation of terrorist acts, violent acts, and extremism, which, unfortunately, still occur in various parts of the world.
Read More
Read More
Other Observances on June 19th 2026
World Sickle Cell Awareness Day
Join the fight on World Sickle Cell Awareness Day to elevate understanding and advocate for those affected by this genetic disease.
Read More
Read More
