3 min read Last updated: October 7, 2024 | 11:23 AM IST
World Habitat Day was first observed in 1985 when the United Nations General Assembly announced that it would be celebrated on the first Monday of October. This day is a powerful reminder that everyone has the right to a decent and safe place to live.
World Habitat Day calls on governments, communities and individuals to work towards improving housing conditions, promoting safe environments and making communities safer. Here are some inspiring quotes, this year’s theme, and an overview of the rich history and importance of World Habitat Day.
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World Habitat Day 2024: Theme
“Engaging young people to create a better urban future” is the theme for 2024, with a focus on the opportunities and challenges that come with the rapid growth of cities. The aim is to encourage young people to take part in planning the current and future environment.
Habitat Day: History
World Habitat Day was established in 1985 to remind everyone of our common obligation to strengthen our cities and towns for the future. Since it was first celebrated in 1986, the day has focused on improving living conditions in cities.
Numerous events were held in different parts of the world to raise awareness of this day. The Habitat Scroll of Honor Award, first awarded in 1989, is another way the United Nations recognizes donors.
World Habitat Day 2024: Why it matters
World Habitat Day is observed on the first Monday of October each year to raise awareness of the fundamental right to shelter. This day is a reminder that everyone has the right to a comfortable and safe home. It will also contribute to raising awareness of the importance of environmental conservation as urbanization progresses.
Happy World Habitat Day: Quote
• “Do not despair, my friends. Today is theirs, but the future is ours.” – Rodman Philbrick
• “Whether or not it has fully germinated into society, the reality is that Generation Y will soon have to assume responsibility for the world created by previous generations.” – Charlie Caruso
• “Housing is a human right. There can be no equity or justice in a society where some people live in the shadow of homelessness, the dangers of homelessness, and others cannot even imagine it.” – Jordan Flaherty.
• “A healthy, healthy and sustainable society is one in which the state is responsible for supporting its people, but not so much that the people are dependent on the state, and where the people are able to take care of themselves with minimal support from the people. ” – Abhijit Naskar.
First publication date: October 7, 2024 | 11:23 AM IST
