International Day of Living Together in Peace Observed on May 16, 2025.

Important Days | Dated: 18 May 2025

The United Nations (UN) International Day of Living Together in Peace is observed every year on May 16 to emphasize global efforts toward fostering peace, tolerance, and solidarity among people worldwide.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - This day serves as a powerful reminder of the global commitment to promote reconciliation, ensure sustainable development, and encourage peaceful coexistence among diverse cultures and communities.
  • - It inspires people to accept differences, listen to others, recognize, respect, and appreciate them, thereby promoting harmonious living and unity in society.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The day was established by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) through Resolution 72/130 in 2017, underlining the importance of unity in diversity, mutual respect, and sustainable development.
  • (ii) The first-ever International Day of Living Together in Peace was celebrated on May 16, 2018, marking the beginning of an annual observance to strengthen global peace efforts.
  • (iii) Following World War II, the UN was created in 1945 to prevent future conflicts and promote peace globally. Since then, it has initiated multiple campaigns to build a culture of peace.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

When is the International Day of Living Together in Peace observed annually?

Correct Answer: May 16

🚀 Quick Recap:

About the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)

  • Secretary General : António Guterres
  • Headquarters : New York