July 1 — Canada Day
July 4 — In celebration of Independence Day
July 6 — Al Hijra
(sunset, 1st Muharram New Year’s Day, Islam)
July 6 — International Day of Cooperatives
Since July of 1923, the annual celebration of the cooperative movement has taken place on the first Saturday of this month. The United Nations together with International Cooperative Alliance, have established themes for the celebration of this special day, to increase awareness and the emphasis that cooperatives are people-centered, not capital-centered and thus community-based. The theme for this year is “Cooperatives Build a Better Future for All”.
July 16 — Ida B. Wells opens in a new tab born
Ida B. Wells was born on July 16th, 1862 in Holly Springs, Mississippi. She was an avid activist, journalist, and researcher who battled racism, sexism, and violence during her lifetime.
July 17, 1950 — W.E.B. Debois civil rights activist
Urges US pledge against use of nuclear weapons
July 18 — Nelson Mandela International Day opens in a new tab
Please mark July 18 as Nelson Mandela International Day, a day to make a difference in your communities. We all have the ability and responsibility to make changes for the better. Like Anne Frank said, “How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world”. Mandela Day is an occasion for us to become proactive and inspire change.
July 21 — Dharma Day (Buddhism)
July 21 — Guru Purnima (Hinduism)
July 30 — International Day of Friendship
In 2011, the UN General Assembly declared the International Day of Friendship. The idea is that friendships between people, countries, and cultures support peace efforts and can build bridges between communities. The Assembly emphasizes the importance of involving young people in community activities, promoting international understanding for diversity and respect for others.
