International Human Solidarity Day 2022: Everything you need to know about the day

Every year on 20th December, the globe observes International Human Solidarity Day. On 22 December 2005, the United Nations declared this day to be followed to emphasise the value of unity in diversity. Since then, 20 December has been designated as International Human Solidarity Day.

The Day's History

On 20 December 2002, the United Nations General Assembly created the World Solidarity Fund through Resolution 57/265, which was formed in February 2003 as a trust fund for the United Nations Development Programme. The fund aims to alleviate poverty and promote human and social development in underdeveloped nations.


The Day's Importance

The United Nations defines International Human Solidarity Day as follows:

• To exhibit harmony in diversity.
• To alert various administrations about international agreements
• To stress the value of camaraderie among individuals
• Motivating individuals and governments for long-term development
• To discover innovative methods of eradicating poverty
• To save people from poverty, starvation, and sickness

According to the UN, solidarity has always been a distinguishing feature of the organisation. According to the United Nations, establishing the UN brought together the world's peoples and nations to promote peace, human rights, and social and economic progress. The organisation was created on the essential principle of unity and harmony among its members, as embodied in collective security, which relies on the members' solidarity to maintain world peace and security.

According to the 'Millennium Declaration,' solidarity is seen as one of the core ideals of international relations in the twenty-first century, whereby those who profit the least and suffer the most ought to be assisted.

FAQ

What are the three most essential aspects of solidarity?
The value of moral, social, and political unity.

What makes solidarity the most human value?
Solidarity is the most human value since it allows us to overcome the hardships we face. It is synonymous with help, assistance, and protection.