Events Archive

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Commemoration of Araw ng Kagitingan

April 9, 2022

Pursuant to Executive Order No. 203, series of 1987. The whole nation commemorates the “Araw ng Kagitingan”, on the 9th day of April of every. Further, Presidential Proclamation No. 466 series of 1989, declares April 5-11, every year as Philippine Veterans Week.

This year’s observance theme is “Kagitingan ng mga Beterano, Inspirasyon ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino”.

World Health Day

April 7, 2022

In the midst of a pandemic, a polluted planet, increasing diseases like cancer, asthma, heart disease, on World Health Day 2022, WHO will focus global attention on urgent actions needed to keep human and the planet healthy and foster a movement to create societies focused on well-being.

WHO estimates that more than 13 million deaths around the world each year are due to avoidable...

World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD)

April 2, 2022

This year‘s observance will address inclusive education in the context of SDG 4 (Quality Education) - the promise and reality - through a virtual event that will include a moderated panel discussion, along with brief presentations by self-advocates, educators and other experts.

The theme of inclusive education is intrinsically linked with the focus of last year’s WAAD observance,...

Buwan ng Panitikan ng Pilipinas/National Literature Month

April 1, 2022 to April 30, 2022

Sa pangunguna ng Pambansang Komisyon para sa Kultura at mga Sining (NCCA), Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF); at Pambansang Lupon para sa Pagpapaunlad ng Aklat (National Book Development Board – Philippines), isinasagawa tuwing buwan ng Abril ang Buwan ng Panitikan alinsunod sa Proklamasyon Bilang 968 na nilagdaan noong 2015.

Ngayong taon, ipinagdiriwang ang Buwan ng Panitikan 2022 sa...

Cancer in Children Awareness Month

April 1, 2022 to April 30, 2022

April has been declared by the Department of Health as Cancer in Children Awareness Month to create public awareness on pediatric cancer.

Cancer is a very rare disease in children. Its cause is unknown so most of the time the cancer is already in its advanced stage by the time it is diagnosed. Childhood cancer affects children from birth to 19 years old.

The various types of pediatric cancer...

Safer Internet Day for Children Philippines

February 8, 2022

The Presidential Proclamation No. 417? declares every second Tuesday of February every year as “Safer Internet Day for Children Philippines” which is celebrated as a call to action to promote better and safer internet use for everyone. It was first introduced in 2004 in various countries in Europe and is currently being observed by more than 100 countries in the world.

This...

National Autism Consciousness Week

January 18, 2022 to January 24, 2022

The Autism Society Philippines is one with the nation in celebrating the 25th Philippine National Autism Consciousness Week to be held from 18 to 24 January 2021. This annual observance was made possible by President Fidel Ramos' Proclamation 711 of 1996 – in inspiring acceptance, accommodation and appreciation of persons on the autism spectrum in society. The activities of the week...

Rizal Day

December 30, 2021

Pursuant to Proclamation No. 126 series of 2001 dated November 26,2001, December 30 of every year is declaredas the death anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal

On December 30,2021,the nation will commemorate the 125th anniversary of the martyrdom of Jose Rizal, with the theme, “Rizal: Para sa Agham, Katotohonan at Buhay (Rizal: For Science, Truth, and Life)”

Source: DILG MC 2021-134

International Human Solidarity Day

December 20, 2021

Solidarity is identified in the Millennium Declaration as one of the fundamental values of international relations in the 21st Century, wherein those, who either suffer or benefit least deserve help from those who benefit most. Consequently, in the context of globalization and the challenge of growing inequality, strengthening of international solidarity is indispensable.

Therefore, the UN...

Christmas Day

December 25, 2021

Christmas Traditions and how Christmas is celebrated in different countries!

  • Christmas is a very big celebration in Angola. Over 50% of the population are Catholic, with at least another 25% being other kinds of Christians. Going to Church on Christmas Day is important. There are midnight Mass Services on Christmas Eve.
  • In Belarus the time over Christmas and New Year is called...

Month of Overseas Filipinos and International Migrants Day

December 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021

Proclamation No. 276 dated June 21, 1988 declares the month of December as the Month of Overseas Filipinos (MOF) and United Nations Resolution No. 55/93 dated February 28, 2001, proclaims December 18 of every year as the International Migrants Day (IMD). The annual celebration is being spearheaded by an Inter-Agency Committee (IAC) for the MOF and IMD, chaired by President of the Philippine...

National Volunteer Month

December 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021

The Philippine Government gives paramount importance to people’s participation as prime movers of development. Creating a self-resilient and self-sustaining nation entails proactive citizens who work hand-in-hand with the duty bearers through volunteer engagements. Filipinos are known for the culture of “bayanihan” where each and every Juan or Juana readily lends a hand when...

Bonifacio Day

November 30, 2021

November 30 is Bonifacio Day. Andres Bonifacio is considered as the “Father of the Philippine Revolution”. He is the founder and “Supremo” (leader) of the independence movement against Spain, the Kataastaasan Kagalang-galang na Katipunan nang mga Anak ng Bayan (KKK), or simply known as the Katipunan. This national observance honors Bonifacio as one of an industrious and...

Observance of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women

November 25, 2021 to December 12, 2021

Pursuant to Proclamation 1172, Series of 2006 which declares November 25 to December 12 of every year as the “18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW)” and Republic Act No. 10398, Series of 2012 which declares November 25 of every year as the “National Consciousness Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Children,” the Philippine Commission on...

World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims

November 17, 2021

The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims (WDR) is commemorated on the third Sunday of November each year – to remember the many millions killed and injured on the world’s roads, together with their families, friends and many others who are also affected. It is also a Day on which we thank the emergency services and reflect on the tremendous burden and cost of this...

World Tsunami Awareness Day

November 5, 2021

In 2021, World Tsunami Awareness Day promotes "Sendai Seven Campaign,” target (f), which aims to 'substantially enhance international cooperation to developing countries through adequate and sustainable support to complement their national actions for implementation of the present Framework by 2030.'

By the year 2030, an estimated 50 per cent of the world's population will live in...

United Nations Week

October 18, 2021 to October 24, 2021

Pursuant to Proclamation No. 483, October 18 to 24, 2003 and every year thereafter as the United Nations Week. The Department of Foreign Affair (DFA) as the lead agency was designated to plan organize, oversee, and implement, in coordinate on with other departments and agencies, as well as with the United Nations offices and agencies based in the Philippines, appropriate events and activities...

National Attention Deficit/Hyperactive Disorder (AD/HD) Week

October 15, 2021 to October 21, 2020

In accordance to Proclamation No. 472 (2003), every third week October of each year shall be commemorated as the National Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity (AD/HD) Awareness Week.

ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. It is usually diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. Children or persons with AD/HD may have trouble paying attention,...

Linggo ng Katandaang Pilipino (Elderly Filipino Week)

October 1, 2021 to October 7, 2021

Sa ilalim ng Proklamasyon Bilang 470, Serye 1975 ay itinakda ang unang linggo ng Oktubre ng bawat taon bilang Linggo ng Katandaang Pilipino ( Elderly Week).

Sa pamamagitan ng pagdiriwang ito, natutugunan ng pamahalaan ang ilang mga pangangailangan ng mga matatanda.

National Newborn Screening Week

October 1, 2021 to October 7, 2021

Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 540, the first week of October is celebrated as National Newborn Screening Week to draw broader public attention to the crucial role of early detection of inherited diseases in preventing permanent damage to the affected child.

Animal Welfare Week

October 1, 2021 to October 7, 2021

Through the centuries, humans have compromised animal welfare and species protection for a number of reasons. Whether it be destroying natural habitats for new buildings or agriculture, or testing chemicals on animals to determine whether substance is safe for human use, humans have rarely prioritized animals. Thus, Presidential Proclamation No. 715 dated October 11, 2014 was issued, declaring...

Consumer Welfare Month

October 1, 2021 to October 31, 2021

Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 1098 dated September 26, 199, the country will be celebrating the Consumer Welfare Month every October.

The Department of Trade and Industry, through its Consumer Protection Group (DTI-CPG), spearheads the annual celebration of the Consumer Welfare Month (CWM) with various activities.

This year’s theme is “Digital Consumers: The New...

Tamaraw Month

October 1, 2021 to October 31, 2021

Presidential Proclamation No. 273 of 2002 declares October of every year as a special month for the Conservation and Protection of the Tamaraw in Mindoro. The proclamation urged all government offices, agencies and instrumentalities in the whole island of Mindoro to implement activities geared toward the conservation of the Tamaraw and its habitats.

The Tamaraw is a small wild buffalo...

National Statistics Month

October 1, 2021 to October 31, 2021

The National Statistics Month (NSM) was first observed in 1990 pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No.647 signed by then President Corazon C. Aquino on September 20, 1990, Declaring the Month of October of Every Year as the National Statistics Month. This aims to promote, enhance and instill awareness and appreciation of the importance and value of statistics to the different sectors of...

Museums and Galleries Month

October 1, 2021 to October 31, 2021

The Museums and Galleries Month (MGM) is observed every month of October by virtue of Presidential Proclamation No. 798, s. 1991. It underscores the importance of arousing national consciousness and pride in our rich Filipino culture and heritage embodying the aspirations of the nation, expressed in all media of art as well as historical and religious artifacts. This rich Filipino cultural...

World Rabies Day

September 28, 2021

This year’s World Rabies Day theme is: “Rabies: Facts, not Fear”.

World Rabies Day was created to raise awareness and advocate for rabies elimination globally and is designed to unite all people, organizations, and stakeholders against rabies.

World Rabies Day is held every year on September 28. This date was chosen as it is the anniversary of the death of Louis Pasteur...

World Safety Food Day

June 7, 2021

Safe food now for a healthy tomorrow

World Food Safety Day (WFSD) celebrated on 7 June 2021 aims to draw attention and inspire action to help prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks, contributing to food security, human health, economic prosperity, agriculture, market access, tourism and sustainable development.

This year’s theme, ‘Safe food today for a healthy tomorrow’,...

World Environment Day

June 5, 2019

For too long, we have been exploiting and destroying our planet’s ecosystems. Every three seconds, the world loses enough forest to cover a football pitch and over the last century we have& destroyed half of our& wetlands. As much as 50 per cent of our coral reefs have already been lost and up to 90 per cent of coral reefs could be lost by 2050, even if global warming is limited to an...

No Smoking Month

June 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022

The celebration of World No Tobacco Day on May 31 ushered in the observance of June as National No-Smoking Month in the Philippines. Pursuant to Proclamation No. 183, the observance aims to raise public awareness on the ill effects of smoking as well as to encourage smokers to give up the habit.

World No Tobacco Day

May 31, 2021

This yearly celebration informs the public on the dangers of using tobacco, the business practices of tobacco companies, what WHO is doing to fight the tobacco epidemic, and what people around the world can do to claim their right to health and healthy living and to protect future generations.

The Member States of the World Health Organization created World No Tobacco Day in 1987 to draw...