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International Day in Support of Victims of Torture is observed annually across the globe on 26 June to raise global awareness about the absolute prohibition of torture, support victims and survivors.

This day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

First Observance was on 26 June 1998.

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Explanation

International Day in Support of Victims of Torture is observed annually across the globe on 26 June to raise global awareness about the absolute prohibition of torture, support victims and survivors.

This day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

First Observance was on 26 June 1998.

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• Name: International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
• Date: 26 June (every year)
• Declared by: United Nations (UN)
• First Observed: 1989
• Purpose: Awareness against drug abuse and illegal trade

• Theme 2026: World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses

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International Day of Women in Diplomacy is celebrated every year on June 24th.

The United Nations established this global observance to recognize the critical contributions of women in shaping international relations, promoting peace and security.

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Global Wind Day, also known as World Wind Day, is observed annually on 15 June to raise awareness about the importance of wind energy.

First observed in 2007

Theme 2026: Our Wind, Our Community

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The United Nations (UN’s) International Day for Countering Hate Speech (IDCHS) is observed annually across the globe on June 18 to combat the rising spread of discriminatory rhetoric and promote intercultural dialogue and tolerance.

First observed on June 18, 2019.

Theme 2026:  Hate Speech and Artificial Intelligence

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UN Russian Language Day is observed annually on June 6.

The event was established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization in 2010.

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Observed annually on June 17, the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is a UN-designated observance raising awareness about land degradation.

Host country 2026: Kenya

Theme 2026: Rangelands: Recognize. Respect. Restore

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The United Nations (UN)’s International Day of Family Remittances (IDFR) is annually observed across the globe on 16 June to acknowledge the sacrifices of migrant workers who send money back to their families.

Theme 2026: Remittances for Rural Resilience, Entrepreneurship and Employment

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The United Nations (UN’s) International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict is observed globally on 19 June every year to raise awareness about Conflict-Related Sexual Violence.

Theme 2026: Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Against Children: Safeguarding Futures and Empowering Caregivers

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