The National Autistic Society is the leading UK charity for people with autism. They provide information and support, and campaign for a better world for people with autism. This week people all over the UK are taking part in activities to raise money and awareness for The National Autistic Society. Click here to visit the website and find out more.
The history of April Fools' Day or All Fools' Day is uncertain, but it is thought to have begun when the Gregorian calendar was introduced and New Year’s Day was moved to January 1st. Click here to read what people do, and read about some amazing tricks played on the general public by major organisations.
7 April 2020 is the day to celebrate the work of nurses and midwives and remind world leaders of the critical role they play in keeping the world healthy. Nurses and other health workers are at the forefront of COVID-19 response - providing high quality, respectful treatment and care, leading community dialogue to address fears and questions and, in some instances, collecting data for clinical studies. Quite simply, without nurses, there would be no response.
In this International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife, World Health Day will highlight the current status of nursing and around the world. WHO and its partners will make a series of recommendations to strengthen of the nursing and midwifery workforce.
This will be vital if we are to achieve national and global targets related to universal health coverage, maternal and child health, infectious and non-communicable diseases including mental health, emergency preparedness and response, patient safety and the delivery of integrated, people-centered care, amongst others.
We are calling for your support on World Health Day to ensure that the nursing and midwifery workforces are strong enough to ensure that everyone, everywhere gets the healthcare they need. Click here to visit the website and find out more.
Passover commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt, and their departure from slavery to freedom. Passover's main ritual is the Seder, which occurs on the first night of the holiday - a meal that involves the re-enactment of the Exodus through stories, songs, and ritual foods, such as matzah. The Jewish festival of Passover lasts for 7 or 8 days. Click here to see our Passover page and find out more.
Maundy or Holy Thursday, commemorates the Last Supper that Jesus shared with his disciples before his arrest and crucifixion. Click here to find out more.
Good Friday is the Friday before Easter Sunday. On Good Friday, Christians remember the day when Jesus was crucified. Click here to find out more.
Easter is a Christian festival celebrating the resurrection of Jesus on the third day after his crucifixion. It marks the end of Lent. The last week of Lent is called Holy Week and contains Maundy or Holy Thursday, commemorating the Last Supper and Good Friday. Click here to visit our Easter pages and find out more.
The theme for Earth Day 2020 is climate action. The enormous challenge — but also the vast opportunities — of action on climate change have distinguished the issue as the most pressing topic for the 50th anniversary.
Climate change represents the biggest challenge to the future of humanity and the life-support systems that make our world habitable.
Did you know that St George’s Day is England’s national day? Who was St. George? What do people do? Click here to see our St. George's Day page to find out more.
Ramadan is a time when Muslims across the world will fast during the hours of daylight. Fasting is important, as it allows Muslims to devote themselves to their faith and come closer to Allah, or God.
Ramadan is also a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, doing good deeds and spending time with family and friends. People will make a special effort to connect with their communities and reach out to people who need help. Find out more on our Ramadan page.
Anzac Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. Anzac Day was originally to honour the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who fought at Gallipoli during WWI.
Find a recipe for Anzac biscuits (and find out more about them) by clicking here.
On World Malaria Day 2020, WHO joins the RBM Partnership to End Malaria in promoting “Zero malaria starts with me”, a grassroots campaign that aims to keep malaria high on the political agenda, mobilize additional resources, and empower communities to take ownership of malaria prevention and care.
Through country leadership and collective action, suffering and death from malaria can be radically reduced. Between 2000 and 2014, the number of malaria-related deaths fell by 40% worldwide, but in recent years, progress has ground to a standstill.
Urgent action is needed to get back on track. The “Zero malaria” campaign engages all members of society: political leaders, private sector companies, and communities affected by malaria.
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