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International Day of Human Fraternity

Every year on February 4, the world pauses to remember that we belong to one another. Proclaimed by the United Nations, the International Day of Human Fraternity honors the quiet conviction that every person carries equal dignity, whatever their faith, culture, or creed.

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Thursday, February 4Every year on February 4

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Roots: Proclaimed by the UN General Assembly on December 21, 2020 (Resolution 75/200); first observed February 4, 2021
Also on Feb 4: World Cancer Day · Create a Vacuum Day · Girls and Women in Sports Day
Hashtag: #InternationalDayOfHumanFraternity

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3 ways to celebrate

AT HOME

Share a Meal Across Faiths

Invite a neighbor of a different faith or background to share a meal, and trade one story about what gives each of your lives meaning.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Visit a House of Worship

Attend an open service, tour, or interfaith gathering at a congregation different from your own, and go above all to listen.

AT WORK OR SCHOOL

Teach One Act of Courage

Begin the day by asking colleagues or students to name one concrete way they will stand up for someone different from them this week.

Plan ahead

International Day of Human Fraternity is observed on February 4 every year. Here is where it lands for the next ten years, handy for planners, marketers and party people.

2026Wed, Feb 4this year

2027Thu, Feb 4

2028Fri, Feb 4

2029Sun, Feb 4

2030Mon, Feb 4

2031Tue, Feb 4

2032Wed, Feb 4

2033Fri, Feb 4

2034Sat, Feb 4

2035Sun, Feb 4

2036Mon, Feb 4

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