International Day of Forests
A UN day highlighting the importance of forests, which cover a third of the Earth's land.
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About International Day of Forests
The International Day of Forests was established by the UN General Assembly in 2012 and is celebrated on March 21st. Forests cover about 31% of the world's land area, host 80% of terrestrial biodiversity, and provide livelihoods for 1.6 billion people. Countries mark the day with tree-planting campaigns and education about deforestation, which claims about 10 million hectares annually.
Read more on WikipediaWhen is International Day of Forests?
International Day of Forests is celebrated every year on March 21. Upcoming dates:
| Year | Date | Day of week | |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Day of Forests 2027 | March 21, 2027 | Sunday🎉 weekend | View date → |
| International Day of Forests 2028 | March 21, 2028 | Tuesday | View date → |
| International Day of Forests 2029 | March 21, 2029 | Wednesday | View date → |
| International Day of Forests 2030 | March 21, 2030 | Thursday | View date → |
| International Day of Forests 2031 | March 21, 2031 | Friday | View date → |
How to Celebrate International Day of Forests
- 🎯Learn one new fact about the cause behind International Day of Forests and share it.
- 💡Donate to or volunteer with an organization working on this issue year-round.
- 📣Post with #InternationalDayofForests to help the message travel further.
Official hashtag: #InternationalDayofForests
Frequently Asked Questions
When is International Day of Forests 2027?
International Day of Forests 2027 is on Sunday, March 21, 2027.
How many days until International Day of Forests?
There are 251 days until International Day of Forests (March 21, 2027).
What category is International Day of Forests?
International Day of Forests is categorized as a Awareness event.
Is International Day of Forests a public holiday?
International Day of Forests is an observance day, not typically a public holiday. Check your country's official calendar for local public holidays.
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