“The United Nations was not created to take mankind to heaven, but to save humanity from hell.” Dag Hammarskjöld, Second Secretary General of the United Nations. 75 years ago, on this day, The United Nations Charter emerged as a force that establish the structures and purposes of the United Nations. Read more
October 10 is internationally marked as a day to celebrate the importance of spreading awareness regarding mental health issues. It is also considered crucial to show supports and efforts towards those who are battling against it. Last year’s theme was about Suicide Prevention, meanwhile this year’s campaign will be more Read more
Islamic year was first counted as the prophet Mohammed PBUH fled from Mecca to Medina in 622 AD to escape religious persecution. With his followers, he established the first Islamic community, or ummah, and commemorated the event as Hijra. When the new year began, disciples of prophet Mohammed PBUH would Read more
Do you know what day is it? Today is marked as an annual celebration of International Youth Day, which was first marked by the UN General Assembly in 1999. It aims for an acknowledgement of youth’s contribution (voices, actions, or ideas) in political, economic, and social life processes. Based on Read more
Eid al-Adha commemorates the time when Ibrahim sacrificed his son Ismael to fulfill God’s command, but God provided a lamb to sacrifice instead. Celebration of Eid al-Adha is not about sacrificing animals just to satisfy Allah; it conveys message of devotion, kindness, and equality. In this celebration, our devotion reaches Him and the meat reaches all: Read more