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World Day of Peace
A feast day of the Roman Catholic Church, the World Day of Peace was first observed on 1 January 1968. The Pope uses this occasion to give messages to the world on the United Nations, human rights, women's rights, labor unions, economic development, diplomacy, peace, globalization, and terrorism. Image by Schuminweb at English Wikipedia. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1777365 […]
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World Braille Day
World Braille Day was first celebrated in 2019 to raise awareness of the importance of braille as a means of communication and as a human right for those who are blind and visually impaired. The date marks the birthday of Louis Braille, creator of this writing system. https://www.projectbritain.com/calendar/january/louisbraille.html
Academic summer term
The Australian summer is in the months of December, January and February. Many universities offer a summer school study period in January and February, the advantages including: a lower student-lecturer ratio compared to a semester unit, a shorter timeframe to complete a course unit potential for free time later in the year for a holiday, […]
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International Thank-You Day
There is little known about the origins of International Thank-You Day though some propose that it was established to support greeting card sales. Graduate House will not be sending you cards, but we do extend gratitude to all who contribute to our Association for social good. We truly are very grateful for your time, involvement, […]
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International Day of Education
International Day of Education is to acknowledge the role of education for peace and development, and as a human right and a public good and responsibility. The 2021 theme is Recover and Revitalize Education for the COVID-19 Generation through international solidarity and collaboration to place education and lifelong learning at the centre of the recovery. […]
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Australia Day
On Australia Day, we reflect on our 60,000 year old history, respecting the stories and human rights of all who inhabit this great continent. It is a celebration of our nation, its achievements and its people and a time to consider and improve on our strengths and contributions for social good. JD Rackunowis https://i.pinimg.com/564x/07/a7/d8/07a7d80974c4af498739e806d79705e9.jpg
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International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust
Established in 2005 by the United Nations, this day is in memory of the Holocaust victims and to acknowledge the global commitment to counter antisemitism, racism and other forms of intolerance that may lead to group-targeted violence. The date is the anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi Concentration and Extermination Camp of Auschwitz-Birkenau by […]
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World Leprosy Day
Observed on the last Sunday in January, this day was chosen by French humanitarian Raoul Follereau in 1953 to coincide with the anniversary of Mahatma Ghandi’s death on 30th January 1948 and to raise awareness of a disease that still sees 600 new diagnoses each day and with millions estimated to be undiagnosed and thus […]
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Monthly Luncheon
Monthly Luncheon
At our first 2021 Monthly Luncheon, we are delighted that The Hon Diana Bryant AO QC will speak on the topic: 40 years old - the Child Abduction Convention – success or failure? The Hon Diana Bryant AO QC is the President of our Association and an Australian jurist. In 2004 she was Chief Federal […]
Bridge Night
Bridge Night
Bridge Night is held every Wednesday of the month and is not restricted to Members of the Association. Players of all levels are most welcomed, with novices given full support from the friendly and more experienced players. Contact Graham at this email for more information and to book in. Please feel free also to call […]
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World Cancer Day
World Cancer Day is a global uniting initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to raise awareness, improve education and encourage personal, collective and government action towards preventing cancer deaths, enabling equitable access to treatment and care. The 2021 theme of I Am and I Willis about each individual committing to actions […]
International Day of Human Fraternity
Established late December 2020, International Day of Human Fraternity acknowledges the 4 February 2019 signing by Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al Azhar, Sheikh Ahmed al-Tayeb, of the Document on Human Fraternity in Abu Dhabi, a significant event in Christian-Muslim relations. Co-sponsored by 34 United Nations Member States, the day is to promote […]
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International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation
Female genital mutilation (FGM) involves altering or injuring female genitalia for non-medical reasons. It is a violation of the human rights, health and integrity of girls and women. In addition to short term complications -- severe pain, shock, excessive bleeding, infections and urination, long-term consequences include sexual, reproductive and mental ill-health. FGM is of universal […]