World Habitat Day, 2 October
https://www.un.org/en/observances/habitat-day
This year’s theme for the World Day is to engage youth to bring about a better future, through active involvement and participation in sustainability, among other leadership initiatives.
This World Day follows the Sustainable Development Goals 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and 17 (Partnership for the Goals).
World Mental Health Day, 10 October
https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day
This World Day raises awareness of mental health, and what is required to assist in mental health care.
This World Day follows the Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) and 17 (Partnership for the Goals).
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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 17 October
Bengali laborers haul clumps of sod during an excavation. Photo:UN Photo/John Isaac
Dignity is a fundamental human right, regardless of status. With 1.3 billion people still in poverty, half of them youth, action must be taken to ensure a better way of life for them.
This World Day follows the Sustainable Development Goals 1 (No Poverty), 2 (Zero Hunger), 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), 4 (Quality Education), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), 10 (Reduced Inequalities) and 17 (Partnership for the Goals).