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InternationalMonth: Jun

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Jun

International Day of Yoga - June 21, the UN observance

International Day of Yoga on June 21 marks the summer solstice and is observed globally with yoga sessions led by the United Nations. Established in 2014 at India's initiative. India runs the largest official mass session each year.

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Jun

World Ocean Day - June 8, the UN observance for marine protection and the 30x30 target

World Ocean Day on June 8 is the United Nations annual observance of the role of the ocean in sustaining life on Earth. Established by the UN General Assembly in 2008. Coordinates with international ocean science and policy milestones including the 2023 Treaty of the High Seas.

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Jun

World Refugee Day - June 20, the UNHCR-led global observance

World Refugee Day on June 20 marks the anniversary of the 1951 UN Convention relating to the Status of Refugees. Observed globally with UNHCR campaigns. Africa Day, World Environment Day, and World Refugee Day all cluster in mid-to-late June.

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Jun

World Day Against Child Labour - June 12, the ILO day targeting child labour worldwide

World Day Against Child Labour on June 12 is an ILO-recognised day established by the International Labour Organization in 2002. First observed on June 12, 2002. Focuses on the global campaign against child labour. Supports the 2025 Target of ending all forms of child labour. Not a public holiday.

UN
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Jun

World Environment Day - June 5, the UN observance on environmental protection

World Environment Day on June 5 is the UN's principal observance for environmental awareness and action. Established by the UN General Assembly in 1972, first celebrated in 1974, it is hosted annually by a different country. Not a public holiday.

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