International Men’s Day

International Men’s Day is a day celebrated annually on November 19th to honor men and boys and to promote gender equality.

The day was first observed in 1999 in Trinidad and Tobago and has since been celebrated in many countries around the world. International Men’s Day is a time for people to recognize the positive contributions that men and boys make to society and to promote issues that are important to men and boys, such as health, education, and gender equality. The day is marked with events and activities organized by governments, non-governmental organizations, and community groups, including conferences, seminars, and public events. It is an opportunity for people to learn about the challenges and issues facing men and boys and to take steps to address them.

Date

Nov 19 2023
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All Day

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Special Days

Promoting Peace

“Rotary promotes intercultural understanding. As we support refugees who have escaped unsafe locations, we also train adults and young leaders to prevent and mediate violence.”

Fighting Disease

“We are committed to eradicating polio for good. In order to prevent additional diseases and increase access to healthcare, we also empower and educate local populations.”

Providing Clean Water

“Every day, we work to expand access to sustainable clean water, sanitation, and hygiene. We don’t merely construct wells and disappear.”

Saving Mothers & Children

“We increase access to affordable, high-quality healthcare, sanitation, education, and employment opportunities to improve the health and well-being of mothers and their offspring.”

Supporting Education

Our mission is to enhance adult literacy, decrease gender disparities in education, and strengthen community capacity to support basic education and literacy.

Growing Local Economies

We conduct charitable endeavors that promote societal and economic growth and chances for young and old people to engage in respectable and worthwhile employment.

Protecting the Environment

We pledge to support initiatives that increase the preservation and protection of natural resources, advance ecological sustainability, and promote harmony between human communities and the environment.