The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded 102 times since 1901.Nobel Prize laureates include individuals and organizations. Any person or organization can be nominated by anyone eligible to nominate.
Why would the prize be awarded for journalistic freedom?
In the video below Berit Reiss-Andersen, Chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, explains the professionalism and courage of Maria and Dmitry and the importance of the influence of the media in our lives.
A conversation with 2021 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa explains the importance of the freedom to report accurate information.
Who Is Russia's Dmitry Muratov, This Year's Nobel Peace Prize Winner?
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The Winners
Did you know that August 20th was the 75th birthday of the Children's Book Council of Australia?
This is also the say the winners of the CBCA Book of the Year Awards were announced at a function at Government House in Adelaide. Schools across Australia will spend from August 21 - 27 celebrating Book Week and the fabulous books that have been entered for the Awards. And the Honours go to...
You can read more about these winning books here.
The International Day of Friendship was proclaimed in 2011 by the UN General Assembly. You can read the proclamation here.
This day (celebrated on July 30) emphasises involving young people, as future leaders, in community activities that include different cultures. These activities are to promote conversations, respect for diversity and peace. How will you show the power of love and kindness on this special day?
World Food Safety Day (WFSD) will be celebrated on 7 June 2021.
This year’s theme, ‘Safe food today for a healthy tomorrow’, helps us remember that the safe production and consumption of food benefits people, the environment and the economy.
Calls to action1 - Ensure it’s safe - Government must ensure safe and nutritious food for all
2 - Grow it safe - Agriculture and food producers need to adopt good practices 3 - Keep it safe - Business operators must make sure food is safe 4 - Know what's safe - Consumers need to learn about safe and healthy food 5 - Team up for food safety - Work together for safe food and good health
Pakistan will host World Environment Day 2021 in partnership with the UN Environment Programme (UNEP).
This year’s theme of ‘ecosystem restoration’ has a focus on resetting our relation with nature. World Environment Day 2021 marks the formal launch of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021 – 2030.
We can grow trees, green our cities, plant our gardens, change our diets and clean up rivers and coasts. Are you looking for more ideas of ways you can help save the planet. Try this interactive game.
Below you will find a Practical Guide to Healing the Planet.
Between 27 May and 3 June every year, Australia celebrates National Reconciliation Week. National Sorry Day is also acknowledged on 26 May annually. National Reconciliation Week provides another opportunity to celebrate the culture and history of First Nations people.
“We apologise for the laws and policies of successive Parliaments and governments that have inflicted profound grief, suffering and loss on these our fellow Australians…For the pain, suffering and hurt of these Stolen Generations, their descendants and for their families left behind, we say sorry.” Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, 13 February 2008
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia & Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) celebrates LGBTQIA+ people globally, raises awareness and supports individuals to combat discrimination.
One place to start is the language we use. Inclusive language ensures we don’t leave people out of our conversations or our work. Not sure about how to speak with gender diverse friends and colleagues? The guide and video below have some helpful suggestions.
View the Pronouns video below and then try the interactive, online pronoun activity. Get ready to learn all about pronouns – and why they're so important.
Our personal information is valuable and worth protecting. Even though most Australians (85%) have a clear understanding of why they should protect personal information, 49% don’t know how to go about it. You can find out more about boosting your privacy settings and habits at these links: Tips for Home and Tips for Work. There is also interactive site, OIC Privacy Challenge, where you can check just how savvy you are with your personal data. The Data Detox Kit is a step-by-step guide to safeguarding personal information. Click here for more information about Privacy Awareness Week.
The ocean, our climate and weather
This day marks the start of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030). Did you know that studying the ocean is essential for understanding human-induced climate change?
Orange is the colour that represents Harmony Week. Orange signifies social communication and meaningful conversations. It also means the freedom of ideas and encouragement of mutual respect.
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