April 2 was declared by the United Nations as World Autism Awareness Day, in order to promote the full realization of human rights and fundamental freedoms for people with autism, ensuring their equal participation in society. What is autism? According to the Spanish Autism Confederation, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition… Continue reading Autism Awareness Day: Recognizing the abilities and strengths of people with autism
International Day of Forests is celebrated on March 21 to pay tribute to the importance of all types of forests and to raise awareness about their care. Pillars of world nutrition Forests are pillars of global food security and nutrition, providing livelihoods for millions of families. They provide essential food and fundamental resources… Continue reading International Day of Forests: Crucial ecosystems for food security
On March 16, the United States commemorates National Panda Bear Day, with the purpose of joining the efforts of the international community in the protection and restoration of their habitat. A symbol of purity and stillness The celebration of Panda Bear Day is promoted by conservationists, advocates and animal lovers. Pandas are appreciated… Continue reading Panda Bear Day: A species on the brink of extinction
International Women’s Day is commemorated on March 8. It is the ideal opportunity to call for equal rights and opportunities for women and girls around the world. This is the only way to achieve an equal and better world for all people. Progress in the area of women’s and girls’ rights With regard… Continue reading International Women’s Day: Advancing the Rights of Women and Girls
International Wheelchair Day is commemorated on March 1. It is one of the most widely used assistive devices to promote mobility and improve the quality of life for people who have difficulty walking. Importance of the wheelchair Wheelchair mobility opens up opportunities for wheelchair users to study, work, participate in social activities and… Continue reading Wheelchair Day: Benefits and Importance for People with Motor Disabilities
Maria Vargas Puin is a Colombian entrepreneur and mother who is dedicated to the beauty industry (she has a hair salon in Bogota), but also beautifies the lives of many vulnerable people in her country through teaching, donation campaigns and other social aid activities. In this interview for the 3Love Inc. blog, we talked with… Continue reading “The person who was born to serve, serves to live”
World Animal Sterilization Day is commemorated on the last Tuesday of February to raise awareness of the need to spay and neuter animals to save their lives and keep them healthy. This day was proclaimed by the Human Society Veterinary Medical Association in 1995. What does pet sterilization consist of? Sterilization consists of… Continue reading World Animal Sterilization Day: Benefits for Pets and Humans
International Childhood Cancer Day is commemorated on February 15 with the aim of raising awareness about this disease, as well as expressing support for children and adolescents with cancer, survivors and their families. Childhood cancer figures in Latin America and the world Cancer is one of the leading causes of mortality among children… Continue reading International Children’s Cancer Day: Figures and Progress
February 2 marks World Wetlands Day, to raise awareness of the urgency of reversing the accelerated loss of wetlands and to promote their conservation and restoration. What are wetlands? Wetlands are ecosystems in which water is the main factor controlling both the environment and the associated plant and animal life. A broad… Continue reading Wetlands Day: Let’s protect the habitat of 40% of the world’s plants and animals
International Education Day is commemorated on January 24. Education is the foundation for a just, egalitarian and self-reliant society. In the context of the advancement of Artificial Intelligence, it is important to review how it offers some advantages and challenges to education. Importance of education Education increases people’s productivity and, as a result,… Continue reading International Education Day: Advantages and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence
