Humanity can survive only if people continue to support humanitarian causes. Today, when wars, hatred, discrimination, racism, and greed are at their peak, it is the activities and movements run by humanitarian organisations that have helped maintain peace on this earth.
Every year World Humanitarian Day is celebrated on August 19 to celebrate the unrelenting efforts and dedication of humanitarians across the world who have been always ever ready to meet global challenges.
From facing the challenges and risks to braving journeys in conflict zones and areas submerged in disasters humanitarians across the world have shown their commitment towards safeguarding as well as rescuing those who are in distress. And that makes the celebration of World Humanitarian Day highly significant.
Learn why World Humanitarian Day was initiated
Every adult individual on this planet must know why this day was started. It was created in remembrance of the bombing that occurred on August 19, 2003, at the UNO compound of Canal Hotel in Baghdad, Iraq.
Around 22 people were killed in this bombing and among them, one was the humanitarian Sergio Vieira de Mello. In the year 2009, the United Nations General Assembly decided to designate August 19 as World Humanitarian Day.
Know about issues facing the globe
As a human, everyone must be aware of the issues that the globe is facing and must have the willingness to support the various programs supporting those in need. From Ukraine War, and healthcare worker burnout to the AIDS epidemic and unrest in Sudan, there are multiple issues that the world is facing as of now.
Knowing about such issues and trying to contribute at least to one of such issues can make a big difference to the overall effort that goes into solving such problems.
Get inspiration by reading books
It is not easy to suddenly feel encouraged and motivated to do a humanitarian cause. You can gain more information about the same by reading books about renowned humanitarians so that you feel inspired to do something in this field.