World Soil Day is held annually as a means to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources.

Africa Industrialization Day offers a global platform for the international community to strengthen cooperation on the pan-African industrialization agenda, and to reiterate the commitment to the African region’s economic development.

World Cities Day aims to promote the international community’s interest in global urbanization, push forward cooperation among countries in meeting opportunities and addressing challenges of urbanization, and contributing to sustainable urban development around the world.

United Nations Day marks the anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter. To mark its 75th anniversary in 2020, the UN has launched this year its biggest-ever global conversation on the role of global cooperation in building the future.

International Day of Rural Women recognizes the critical role and contribution of rural women, including indigenous women, in enhancing agricultural and rural development, improving food security and eradicating rural poverty.

The International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction celebrates how people and communities around the world are reducing their exposure to disasters and raising awareness about the importance of reining in the risks that they face.

World Tourism Day is commemorated each year on 27 September. Its purpose is to foster awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, political and economic value.

The International Day for South-South Cooperation celebrates the economic, social and political developments made in recent years by regions and countries in the South and highlights UN efforts to work on technical cooperation among developing countries.

International Youth Day is an opportunity for governments and others to draw attention to youth issues worldwide.