Does Humanity Need A Day?

World Humanitarian Day is observed on 19th August. This day is dedicated to honoring and recognizing humanitarian efforts worldwide and paying tribute to those who have lost their lives while serving others. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of humanitarian work and inspire people to take action to help those in need.

The theme of the 2011 campaign was "People Helping People." This theme suggests that the campaign focused on promoting and encouraging individuals to support and assist one another. It highlights the importance of community, empathy, and unity in working together to make a positive impact on society.

The theme for the 2012 campaign was "I was here". This theme suggests a focus on individual presence and impact, highlighting the importance of personal involvement and making a difference. It conveys a sense of personal responsibility and encourages individuals to take action and leave their mark on the world.

In 2013, the UN and its partners launched 'The World Needs More..' campaign. This campaign aimed to raise awareness and promote action on various global issues such as poverty, inequality, climate change, and human rights. By launching this campaign, the UN and its partners sought to mobilize individuals, organizations, and governments to work together towards creating a more sustainable and equitable world.

The UN collaborated with Leo Burnett in launching 'The World Needs More...' campaign.

Sergio Vieira de Mello comes from Brazil.

Sergio Vieira de Mello and his colleagues died in the year 2003.

Beyonce supported the 2012 campaign.

World Humanitarian Day was first commemorated in 2009. This means that it was officially recognized and celebrated for the first time in that year.

The celebration theme 'We are Humanitarian Workers' was in the year 2010.