World Awareness Days
Safer Internet Day serves as a reminder of the shared responsibility we have to make the internet a safer and more enjoyable place for all users, regardless of age, background, or location.
The day encourages collaboration among various stakeholders, including government agencies, schools, businesses, and non-profit organizations, to address online safety issues collectively. It fosters partnerships and initiatives aimed at creating a safer and more inclusive internet for everyone.
As our project will be implemented mainly online we'll take part on this celebration campaign, promoting positive online behavior, such as kindness, respect, and digital citizenship, and emphasizing the importance of creating a positive online culture where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. Additionally, Safer Internet Day is closely linked to one of our topics: well-being in several ways:
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Mental and Emotional Health: The internet plays a significant role in people's daily lives, impacting their mental and emotional well-being. Safer Internet Day promotes positive online experiences and teaches individuals how to navigate digital spaces safely, reducing the risk of online harassment, cyberbullying, and other negative encounters that can harm mental health.
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Sense of Security: By promoting online safety practices and raising awareness about potential online threats, Safer Internet Day helps individuals feel more secure and confident in their online interactions. Feeling safe and protected online contributes to overall well-being and peace of mind.
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Healthy Relationships: Safer Internet Day emphasizes the importance of building healthy and respectful relationships online. It educates individuals about appropriate online behavior, including how to communicate respectfully, resolve conflicts peacefully, and maintain positive relationships in digital environments. Positive online relationships can enhance social well-being and foster a sense of belonging and connection.
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Empowerment and Control: Safer Internet Day empowers individuals to take control of their online experiences and make informed choices about their digital interactions. By learning about privacy settings, security measures, and online etiquette, people can better protect themselves from potential risks and maintain a sense of control over their online lives, which positively impacts their overall well-being.
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Digital Literacy and Resilience: Participating in Safer Internet Day activities promotes digital literacy skills and resilience in the face of online challenges. By equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills to critically evaluate online content, identify misinformation, and respond effectively to online threats, Safer Internet Day helps build resilience and confidence in navigating the digital world, contributing to overall well-being.
World Cancer Day
World Cancer Day is an international event observed on February 4th each year to raise awareness about cancer, encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment, and to show support for those affected by cancer worldwide, reducing the stigma associated with cancer, supporting patients and caregivers, advocating for better cancer care, and work towards a world without cancer.
This Day provides an opportunity to educate the public about the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle, including maintaining a balanced diet, engaging in regular physical activity, avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol consumption, and protecting oneself from environmental carcinogens.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Dedicated to inspiring the next generation of scientists, Health@Schools is a platform that promotes curiosity and learning. Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we encourage students to explore the wonders of science and pursue their passions.
World Obesity Day
World Obesity Day - 4 March - is a unified day of action that calls for a cohesive, cross-sector response to the obesity crisis. This year's campaign theme is 'Let's Talk About Obesity And...'. We want to leverage the power of World Obesity Day to start cross-cutting conversations.
World Health Day
The theme of World Health Day in 2024 is 'My Health, My Right', and we could not agree more. Access to health care is a basic human right. My health, my right also means a healthy environment, safe food and water, and strong community readiness for emergencies and epidemics.
Theme of 2025: Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures
A quiz dedicated to World Health Day 2025 for the webmeeting of the Erasmus+ Projects 'Mediterranean Diet for Overall Health' and 'Adressing Health and Wellbeing at schools' held on 03/04/2025 via Webex
International Sport Day
2024 Theme: Cultivating a Culture of Peace
International Mother Earth Day
With the ultimate goal of building a plastic-free future for generations to come, this year's Earth Day, which will be observed on April 22, 2024, EARTHDAY.ORG has announced the theme: 'Planet vs. Plastics'.
World No Tobacco Day
World No Tobacco Day 2024: protecting children from tobacco industry interference. 31 May is the World No Tobacco Day (WNTD). This year, once again, WHO and public health champions from across the globe will come together to raise awareness about the harmful influences of the tobacco industry on youth.
WorldVegetarianDay
World Vegetarian Day 2024: Cultivating a Greener, Healthier Future. World Vegetarian Day, observed annually on October 1st, stands as a global testament to the power of conscious eating choices.
World Soil Day
2024 theme "Caring for soils: measure, monitor, manage" underscores the importance of accurate soil data and information in understanding soils characteristics and supporting informed decision-making on sustainable soil management for food security.
