The United Nations has designated the first Monday of October of every year as World Habitat Day.
The theme for World Habitat Day 1 October 2018 is Municipal Solid Waste Management
The purpose of World Habitat Day is to reflect on the state of our towns and cities, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter. It is also intended to remind the world that we all have the power and the responsibility to shape the future of our cities and towns.
World Habitat Day was established in 1985 by the United Nations General Assembly through Resolution 40/202, and was first celebrated in 1986. read more>>