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Celebrate International Day of Democracy by exercising your right to vote and promoting inclusivity and justice for everyone!
Celebrate International Day of Democracy on September 15th! This day is an opportunity to celebrate the core values of democracy, including freedom and justice for all. It was first declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007, and has since grown into a global celebration of democracy every year. It’s not just about celebrating what we have today but also looking ahead to how we can make our democracies even better tomorrow.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Declaration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly declared September 15 as the International Day of Democracy, to promote and uphold the principles of democracy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The world celebrated the first International Day of Democracy, reflecting on the state of democracy and areas for future improvement.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Arab Spring Influence</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following the Arab Spring, the International Day of Democracy highlighted the significance of people's aspirations for dignity, human rights, and democratic governance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Post-2015 Development Agenda</div><div class='timeline-text'>Incorporation of democracy issues into the Post-2015 Development Agenda put a spotlight on good governance as a key to sustainable development.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Emphasis on Conflict Prevention</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations emphasized the role of strong democracies in conflict prevention, fostering social cohesion, and resilience.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Democracy during Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>The focus shifted to the challenges to democracy posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the increasing importance of public participation in decision-making.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Learn more about democracy and how it works. Read books, watch documentaries, or listen to podcasts on the subject. Understanding the fundamentals of democracy can help you appreciate it more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Vote</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Exercise your right to vote and make your voice heard. Make sure you are registered to vote and that you know when elections are taking place in your area.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Get involved</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Volunteer for a political campaign or join a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect and promote democracy worldwide.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend an event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out events hosted by local civic organizations or universities to celebrate International Day of Democracy. These events often include panel discussions and debates featuring experts from around the world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread awareness</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share facts, stories, and news related to democracy with your friends and family on social media or write letters to your local representatives expressing your views on current issues.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Democracy provides basic civil rights</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>In a democracy, citizens are allowed certain basic civil rights that ensure the protection of their individual welfare. These rights may range from freedom of speech to fair and equal treatment in law enforcement and judicial proceedings.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages peaceful resolution of conflicts</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When all citizens are provided with an opportunity to have their voice heard and be involved in shaping laws, this ensures that conflicts between individuals or groups can be resolved peacefully through legislation rather than resorting to violence.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes economic prosperity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By creating a stable political system which allows free flow of ideas and goods, democracies actively encourage innovation and investement in businesses. This leads to higher levels of growth and development within the country, meaning more jobs and greater living standards for the population.</p></div></div>
International Day of Democracy is celebrated on September 15th every year. In 2024, it falls on a Sunday.
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