International Mountain Day
Natural jewels we should treasure Mountains are home of the 15% of the world´s population and a quarter of the world’s land animals and plants. They provide freshwater for everyday […]
SustainableOmanSustainableOmanWhat is Al-Monasabat Al-Alamiya?
International days, or Al-Monasabat Al Alamiya in Arabic, are occasions to educate the public on issues of concern, to mobilise personal will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity.
Natural jewels we should treasure Mountains are home of the 15% of the world´s population and a quarter of the world’s land animals and plants. They provide freshwater for everyday […]
The Arabic language is a pillar of the cultural diversity of humanity. It is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, used daily by more than 290 […]
PHOTO: @United Nations Human Solidarity Symbol. ©United Nations The Sustainable Development Agenda is centred on people & planet, underpinned by human rights and supported by a global partnership determined to lift people out […]
World Braille Day, celebrated since 2019, is observed to raise awareness of the importance of Braille as a means of communication in the full realization of the human rights for […]
The Sultanate, represented by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs, celebrates Oman Environment Day on January 8, upon the directives of His Majesty, the late, Sultan Qaboos to embody […]
The yearly Muscat Festival is the Sultanate of Oman’s largest cultural event celebrating the country’s history, culture, traditional arts, and food. A cross between a night market, fair, and concert, the […]
Education is a Human Right The right to education is enshrined in article 26 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The declaration calls for free and compulsory elementary education. The Convention […]
2 February each year is World Wetlands Day to raise global awareness about the vital role of wetlands for people and our planet. This day also marks the date of […]
Why are pulses important crops? Nutritional value They are packed with nutrients and have a high protein content, making them an ideal source of protein particularly in regions where meat […]
To rise to the challenges of the 21st century, we need to harness our full potential. That requires dismantling gender stereotypes. On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, let’s pledge to end the gender imbalance in science. UN Secretary-General António Guterres Science and gender equality are both vital for the achievement of […]
On this World Radio Day, let us recognize the enduring power of radio to promote diversity and help build a more peaceful and inclusive world. UN Secretary-General António Guterres Pluralism, Representation, Diversity Radio is a powerful medium for celebrating humanity in all its diversity and constitutes a platform for democratic discourse. At the global level, […]
Safeguarding Linguistic Diversity Languages, with their complex implications for identity, communication, social integration, education and development, are of strategic importance for people and planet. Yet, due to globalization processes, they are increasingly under threat, or disappearing altogether. When languages fade, so does the world's rich tapestry of cultural diversity. Opportunities, traditions, memory, unique modes of […]
Why Do We Mark International Days?
SustainableOman, as a supporter of the SDGs and Oman Vision 2040, has embraced them as a powerful advocacy tool. Each international day offers many actors the opportunity to organise activities related to the theme of the day.
SustainableOman makes an international day, in addition to the Sultanate’s special days, a part of our awareness building campaign.
