Year Of Cooperatives
Cooperatives, quotes United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, “are a reminder to the international community that it is possible to persue both economic viability and social responsibility”.
To honour this sentiment, and to promote awareness of, creation of and membership in cooperatives, 2012 has been designated by the UN as The Year Of Cooperatives.
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Polar Bear Plunge Day
Taking a chilly plunge, all for a noble cause — uniting people in a frozen adventure to support those in need.
National Bloody Mary Day
Start your morning with a refreshing tomato juice and vodka cocktail, swap in different spirits or pair with crackers, olives and cheese.
Global Family Day
Each year, Global Family Day comes with opportunities to celebrate the importance of the family unit as a building block for a better tomorrow.
National Hangover Day
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White Cane Safety Day
The blind and near-blind use a long white cane to feel objects, and to signal to others that they are visually impaired. Help raise safety awareness for them.
Balloons to Heaven Day
Gather together with other members of the community to remember and mourn the lives lost to senseless gun violence.
International Wheelchair Day
Honoring the vitality of those who rely on wheelchairs, acknowledging resilience, and fostering inclusivity in communities.
World Cogeneration Day
Efficiently generating power and heat concurrently, cogeneration offers a sustainable solution for energy demands and conservation.
