World Oceans Day aims to raise awareness of the importance of our oceans, how we depend on them and how to ensure they are protected. The day was originally recognised by the United Nations in December 2008 after the concept was first proposed at Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro in 1992. The UN Division Continue Reading
International Day of Living Together in Peace – 16 May
“Living together in peace is all about accepting differences and having the ability to listen to, recognize, respect and appreciate others, as well as living in a peaceful and united way.” https://www.un.org/en/events/livinginpeace/ https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/peace-justice/ Visit our library for related books and materials: http://www.oneworldcentre.org.au/library/online-catalogue/
World Bee Day
20 May – World Bee Day ”For centuries bees, busy as they are known to be, have benefited people, plants and the planet. But did you know that bees are not the only ones that sustain life on earth? By carrying pollen from one flower to another, bees, butterflies, birds, bats and other pollinators facilitate Continue Reading