International Days
The United Nations General Assembly designates a series of “International Days” to highlight important aspects of human life and history. The Document Management, Archives and Publications Service of the Girona City Council aims to contribute to the commemoration of some of these days.
International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8 to promote feminism and denounce gender inequalities in the workplace.
International Archives Week
International Archives Week is celebrated worldwide around June 9, marking the creation of the International Council on Archives (ICA) in 1948.
World Day for Audiovisual Heritage
In 2005, UNESCO declared October 27 as the World Day for Audiovisual Heritage.
Human Rights Day
Human Rights Day is celebrated worldwide on December 10 to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948.
World Post Day
World Post Day is celebrated on October 9 to commemorate the establishment of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874.