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October 11, 2026
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International Day of the Girl Child 2026 Every year on 11 October, the world celebrates the International Day of the Girl Child, established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011 to promote girls’ rights and raise awareness of the challenges they face around the world. In 2026, the theme “End child marriage and invest in girls’ rights” calls for urgent action to protect girls’ childhoods, expand their opportunities, and ensure their freedom to learn, grow, make their own choices, and shape their futures. Developed through consultations with girls, girl-led organizations, civil...

August 23, 2026
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Literacy for People, the Planet and Prosperity Every year on September 8, the world celebrates International Literacy Day, established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1966. The day serves as a reminder that literacy is a fundamental human right and an essential foundation for lifelong learning, dignity, peace, and sustainable development. In 2026, International Literacy Day marks its 60th anniversary under the theme “Literacy for people, the planet and prosperity.” This theme highlights the power of literacy in advancing human well-being, environmental sustainability, and inclusive economic growth....

August 2, 2026
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Young People at the Heart of Human Rights and Sustainable Development Every year on 12 August, the international community celebrates International Youth Day (IYD), recognizing the essential role of young people in shaping a more peaceful and sustainable world. This year’s theme, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations,” highlights that although young people grow up in diverse social, economic, cultural, and political environments, they share common hopes. They aspire for a dignified life, quality education, physical and mental well-being, decent work, and meaningful participation. They dream of a future built on respect for...

July 17, 2026
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What if the world’s oldest knowledge could help shape the future of healthcare? Across generations, Indigenous communities have preserved traditions that protect lives, strengthen families, and nurture the well-being of entire communities. This year’s International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, celebrated every 9th of August, pays tribute to indigenous midwives with the theme: “Honoring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being.” It is a call for greater appreciation of their role and efforts to integrate indigenous knowledge into health systems while respecting the rights and traditions of Indigenous Peoples.  For generations, Indigenous...

July 10, 2026
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The 62nd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council took place from 15 June to 8 July 2026 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. This session addressed not only a number of pressing issues that affect specific vulnerable groups — including women and girls — but also global challenges such as climate change.   At this session, IIMA and VIDES delivered several statements:  During the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the right to education, ,we commented on the latest report of Ms. Farida Shaheed, stressing the need to...

June 11, 2026
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The 2026 World Day Against Child Labour, celebrated every June 12, comes at a crucial moment in the global effort to end child exploitation. The Marrakech Global Framework for Action against Child Labour addresses the root causes of child labour and protects every child’s rights. “Red Card to Child Labour: Fair Play for Children, Decent Work for Adults”, the theme of this year’s World Day Against Child Labour, placed emphasis on policies that prevent child labour and support the withdrawal and rehabilitation of affected children through quality education, universal social protection,...

April 15, 2026
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The IV World Meeting of the ISS-FMA, promoted within the Programming of the General Council of the daughters of Mary Help of Christians (Salesian Sisters) for the six-year period 2022–2027, took place in Manila (Philippines) from March 9 to 13, 2026. The meeting gathered participants from different regions of the world, with 68 attending in person - from the Philippines, India, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Benin, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic - and 14 joining online from Brazil, Italy, and Spain. Among the participants were Sr. Sarah Garcia, Director...

April 8, 2026
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The 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council took place from 23 February to 31 March 2026 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. The agenda featured a wide range of discussions focused on key human rights issues. IIMA and VIDES delivered two oral statements on item 3. In particular, during the Interactive Dialogue (ID) with the Special Rapporteur (SR) on the sale, sexual exploitation and sexual abuse of children (text and video), we welcomed the report’s analysis of progress achieved, emerging challenges, and future priorities to better protect children....

March 30, 2026
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Between January and March 2026, in partnership with the Salesian Sisters of Ireland, IIMA Human Rights Office organised and delivered a three-module training programme dedicated to local project teams. Following a preliminary introductory meeting held in December 2025, the training initiative brought together civil society actors involved in nine local projects implemented by the Salesian Sisters across five countries - India, South Sudan, Tanzania, Madagascar, and Lesotho. In order to provide an interactive space for the many participants, each module was conducted twice and offered in both English and French...

February 28, 2026
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In response to the call for inputs launched by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) for the preparation of a study on the impact of mental health challenges on the enjoyment of human rights by young people, in accordance with Human Rights Council resolution 57/30, IIMA and VIDES contributed with two complementary submissions. One contribution was prepared by the IIMA-VIDES Human Rights Office based on the results of a global online survey conducted within its youth network: a survey that gathered 1,778 responses from participants across...

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