Events

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EVENTS GUIDE and Calendars - Events for a Better World

Welcome to Better World Info’s handpicked events guide for engaged citizens that want to get more involved and help to make the world a better place. These events are designed to ignite and propel positive change, amplify voices, expand your knowledge, and provide a space where you can be heard, become part of a movement, and show your support for the issues that matter to you.

Discover over 1,500 links to annual events worldwide, sorted by region and country. Search here to find local events near you – Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, Australia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Make sure to also check out our category dedicated to United Nations observances. The UN is a great starting point to find important days and they function as key advocacy tool in raising awareness, educating the general public, celebrating great achievements in humanity, and mobilizing the masses to solve global issues.

Better World Info’s calendar for International Days is a must! Here we showcase 5,000 links on the most important awareness days of the year. Find exemplary guides to days such as Earth Day, Human Rights Day, and World Refugee Day. We also honour our heroes with remembrance days such as Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and other importance anniversaries such as Hiroshima Day, and the 20th anniversary of the U.S. invasion of Iraq. You will even find information on light-hearted days which spread kindness such as National Hugging Day, and the inspiring Buy Nothing Day which protests consumerism. It can seem like there is a day for everything! But trust Better World Info to give you the full picture on the most important ones. Make sure to follow our Twitter page for our latest campaigns.

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What Events will help Change the World in 2023?

Keeping an eye on our 2023 calendar will ensure that you never miss out. We scour the internet in search of top events related to peace, disarmament, conflict regions, social justice, democracy, energy, education, health, sustainability, the environment, the climate crisis – you name it! Organised by month you are sure to find something that appeals to you.

We feature international conferences such as the COP Conferences, local protests, climate camps and strikes, webinars, award ceremonies, film festivals, demonstrations, workshops, forums, action days, tree planting events - if the theme involves working towards a better world, you will be sure to find it here.

We also keep a record of previous events if you are looking for ideas to host your own. Events from 2022 can be found here.

For our German speakers, make sure to visit our sister site Bessere Welt Info and checkout their Wichtige Termine category which has many events based in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

Author: Rachael Mellor, 03.04.23

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Martin L. King Day - Jan 16

This holiday, signed by President Reagan in 1983, marks the birthday of the nonviolent activist protesting racial discrimination in federal and state law during the Civil Rights Movement in the USA.

Martin L. King Day - Jan 16

World Economic Forum Davos - Jan 16-20

Founded in 1971 in Switzerland as an NGO, the World Economic Forum is "committed to improving the state of the world by engaging business, political, academic, and other leaders of society to shape global, regional, and industry agendas"

World Economic Forum Davos - Jan 16-20

Fridays for Future

A worldwide movement of young people inspired by the activist Greta Thunberg in 2018. To date, more than 2000 cities worldwide and approximately 1.4 million students have participated in the demonstrations that urge governments to take immediate concrete actions against climate change

Fridays for Future

New Year 2023

Whatever your New Year traditions may be, it is important to use this time for personal reflection. As we head into another year of the Coronavirus pandemic and the War in Ukraine, keeping a positive outlook, and a focus on our physical and mental health remains ever important. Reflection can also see us asking ourselves, what we can do differently next year. Setting realistic goals and resolutions can be helpful - there are lots of ways we can improve ourselves, and our planet for a better world in 2023.

New Year 2023

Campaigns

If you are interested in being part of a campaign or would like information about events near you, check out the extensive catalog of campaigns and events available on our website. Here you will find many different options, conveniently organised by topic.

Campaigns

National Hugging Day 2021 – January 21st

Join us in celebrating this annual event and help spread some joy. In what is one of the simplest ways to show affection and connect with others, after a difficult few months, this could be just the thing to lift our spirits. This year will embrace virtual hugs, showing support for others and using technology to bring each other closer together.

National Hugging Day 2021 – January 21st

Brown silhouettes of people pulling a rope one one side an electricity cable and the other wind turbines | A group of campaigners are in the background

Climate Camps

These events usually involve cultural activities, workshops, conferences and the participation of many climate activists. Their objective is to gather as many people as possible in order to find actions and solutions for climate change. Find here information about the camps for the year 2022.

Climate Camps

#Extinction Rebellion

Although they faced much opposition, including a government ban on protest, for two consecutive weeks' activists took to the streets with demonstrations of civil disobedience in order to urge the government to take action against climate collapse, loss of biodiversity and the risk of social and ecological collapse. Find here what's next for this international rebellious movement.

#Extinction Rebellion

COP 26 - Glasgow 2021

The United Nations Climate Change Conference is an annual meeting of selected nations from around the world to discuss progress in the fight against climate change. This year the 26th COP will take place in Glasgow, from 1 to 12 November - Follow key events here including the effects of the postponement, sponsors, criticism, events, and social media

COP 26 - Glasgow 2021

International Day of Education - Jan 24

The UN has dedicated January 24th as the International Day of Education to highlight it's importance as a human right. To this day 258 million children and youth still do not attend school.

International Day of Education - Jan 24

School Day of Non-violence and Peace - Jan 30

With the belief that sustainable development cannot be achieved without peace, school all over the world celebrate School Day of Nonviolence & Peace. It's main message is "Universal love, non-violence and peace. Universal love is better than egoism, non-violence is better than violence, and peace is better than war"

School Day of Non-violence and Peace - Jan 30

World Kindness Day - Nov 13

Since its introduction in 1998 by the World Movement for Kindness, every November 13, many people around the world use this date to highlight good actions and focus on positive actions. Be sure to be part of this inspiring initiative this year.

World Kindness Day - Nov 13

Human Rights Day - Dec 10

Every December 10, the world commemorates the day the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This year marks the 70th anniversary of this landmark event that forms the basis for the defence of equality, justice and human dignity.

Human Rights Day - Dec 10

International Migrants Day - Dec 18

“On this International Migrants Day, I call on the international community to act on the global compact on safe, regular and orderly migration as an important contribution to building a world of peace, prosperity, dignity and opportunity for all.” — UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon

International Migrants Day - Dec 18

Join the Global Climate Strike

In its fourth edition, on November 29th, millions of people worldwide will walk with young climate strikers in the hopes of using nonviolent means to affect policy change that will save our planet. Review our page to see how YOU can support the movement and what activities are scheduled near you!

Join the Global Climate Strike

Random Acts of Kindness Day - Feb 17

Individuals, groups and organizations worldwide celebrate this day on February 17th to encourage random acts of kindness. "You’re a World Changer. We Can Tell. JOIN the #RAKTIVIST MOVEMENT"

Random Acts of Kindness Day - Feb 17

International Day of Happiness - March 20

The United Nations and the world celebrate this day recognising the human right to happiness and joy. With more equality, inclusion and sustainability, everyone can acheive a state of wellbeing and happiness. See how education and awareness projects are being used to promote this excellent day of positivity. ____________________________ Humans thrive to be happy and why not be happy together? This year's focus is on what makes us happier together, looking on what we have in common and not what divides us. Join the movement #InternationalDayOfHappiness.

International Day of Happiness - March 20

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