Desertification Day

About Desertification Day

The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed every year to promote public awareness of international efforts to combat desertification. The day is a unique moment to remind everyone that land degradation neutrality is achievable through problem-solving, strong community involvement and co-operation at all levels.

16Sep

International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer 

• Nature
• United Nations

The ozone layer, a fragile shield of gas, protects the Earth from the harmful portion of the rays of the sun, thus helping preserve life on the planet.

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7Oct

World Habitat Day 

• Nature
• United Nations

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Habitat Day 

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13Oct

International Day for Disaster Reduction 

• Nature
• United Nations

A day focused on promoting a global culture of disaster reduction and preparedness.

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11Dec

International Mountain Day

• Nature
• United Nations

Mountains are home of the 15% of the world´s population and a quarter of the world’s land animals and plants.

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National Apple Strudel Day

• Food
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Apple Strudel Day

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National Cherry Tart Day

• Food
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cherry Tart Day

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National Eat Your Vegetables Day

• Health
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Eat Your Vegetables Day

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National Stewart’s Root Beer Day

• General
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Stewart’s Root Beer Day

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