DATEEVENTCOMMENTS
March 8th 2025International Women’s DayA global day recognizing the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, while advocating for gender equality and celebrating the progress made towards a more inclusive world
June 16th 2025African Children DayThe Day of the African Child, celebrated annually on June 16th, commemorates the 1976 Soweto Uprising and serves as a reminder to advocate for the rights and well-being of children in Africa.
October 11th 2025International Day of the girl childA United Nations-designated day focused on recognizing girls’ rights and the unique challenges they face, promoting their empowerment, and fulfilling their human rights.
November 25th- December 10th 202516 Days of ActivismAn annual international campaign, observed from November 25th to December 10th, that aims to raise awareness and mobilize action to end all forms of violence against women and girls, including in South Sudan.
December 1stWorld Aids DayIn South Sudan, World AIDS Day, observed annually on December 1st, is a global movement to unite people in the fight against HIV and AIDS, focusing on raising awareness, promoting testing and treatment, and fighting stigma and discrimination.
December 3rdDisability DayInternational Day of Persons with Disabilities, celebrated annually on December 3rd, a day to promote understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the rights and well-being of people with disabilities.
December 10thHuman Rights DayIn South Sudan, Human Rights Day, observed annually on December 10th, commemorates the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and is a time to advocate for the rights and freedoms of all people, with events and activities taking place across the country.