International Anti-Corruption Day – Why the Fight Against Corruption Is Everyone’s Business
Canva-generated photo Corruption may sometimes feel abstract, buried in financial reports or legal documents, but its impact is anything but remote. It erodes public trust, destabilizes institutions, and undermines development efforts. Recognizing this, the United Nations General Assembly designated 9 December as International Anti-Corruption Day through resolution A/RES/58/4, creating a global moment to raise awareness, […]
International Volunteer Day — A Moment for Reflection, Action and Renewal
Canva-generated photo Each 5 December, the world pauses to mark International Volunteer Day (IVD) — a global moment grounded in Resolution A/RES/40/212, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1985. However, IVD is more than a calendar date; for those of us working in international nonprofits, NGOs, humanitarian aid, climate resilience, or social development, […]
World Soil Day: Protecting the Ground That Protects Us
Canva-generated photo When we talk about the world’s most precious resources, soil rarely makes the list. It sits quietly beneath us, taken for granted until a drought hits, a harvest fails, or a landscape that once sustained communities can no longer do so. World Soil Day, recognized every 5 December through UN General Assembly Resolution […]
International Day of Banks – Mobilizing Finance for Sustainable Development and Civil Society Impact
Co-Pilot generated photo Each year on December 4, the United Nations observes the International Day of Banks, as per General Assembly Resolution A/RES/74/245, adopted on 19 December 2019. This observance is far from ceremonial. For nonprofit and NGO leaders engaged in global development, it offers a unique insight into how banks—especially development banks—play a pivotal […]
International Day of Persons with Disabilities – December 3 Is a Moral Compass
Canva-generated photos Every December 3, the world marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). For many, it may pass quietly, with a press release or a social media post. Yet for over 1.3 billion people worldwide, roughly 16 percent of the global population, this day is a reminder of the daily obstacles they […]
World AIDS Day 2025: A Turning Point Between Crisis and Hope
Canva-generated photo As the world prepares to mark World AIDS Day on December 1, 2025, we are confronting a paradox. On one hand, decades of effort have brought significant gains in the fight against HIV. On the other hand, a historic funding shock, combined with social and legal backsliding, threatens to unravel much of what […]
Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare: Why We Cannot Turn Away
Every November 30, the international community holds its breath for a moment. We pause to remember that the Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare is more than a date on the calendar. It is a profoundly human moment: a chance to honor those who have suffered, and to recalibrate our shared mission. […]
World Sustainable Transport Day – A Strategic Moment for the NGO Sector
On 26 November, the world formally recognized World Sustainable Transport Day, a designation born from United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/77/286, adopted during the Assembly’s 77th session in May 2023. What may at first glance appear to be a symbolic commemoration is, in fact, an urgent call to action, especially for civil society actors committed […]
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women: A Strategic Imperative for Systemic Change
On 25 November, the world observes the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, established by UN General Assembly Resolution A/RES/54/134 on 17 December 1999. This day is more than a symbolic gesture. For the international development and NGO community, it is a call to action. It demands strategic leadership, accountability, and collaboration […]
Agile Leadership in Nonprofit Organizations: Why It’s a Must-Have Skill for Today’s Leaders
In a world where change happens faster than ever before, nonprofit organizations can no longer rely on traditional leadership models to remain effective. From sudden funding shifts and global disruptions to the rapid rise of digital tools, today’s environment demands leaders who can adapt quickly, think strategically, and inspire action under pressure. This is […]