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World Population Day (11 July, 2026)
World Population Day (11 July, 2026)
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World Population Day was established by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in 1989. The Day is observed on 11 July every year focusing on spreading awareness regarding Gender issues, Maternal Health, Poverty & Human Rights. The day was encouraged by the 'Five Billion Day' which was previously observed on July 11, 1987. It was the day when the world population touched 5 billion people in number.
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The World Population Day is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals such as SDG 3 for Good Health and Well being, SDG 5 for Gender Equality. Interestingly the countries like Japan & Italy are facing the 'Silver Tsunami' or the Population aging which means their recognizable population has entered above 65+ years also called the baby boomers.
About World Population Day
World Population Day is an international observance celebrated annually on July 11 to bring awareness to the varied issues of world population. The day is also called "International Population Day" or "World Population Day" and was established to celebrate the first Day of Five Billion on July 11, 1987, when the world's population was officially termed around five billion. It is also a means to bring into focus the challenges and opportunities that global population trends present for sustainable development, health, and well-being across the world.
World Population Day is an international observance celebrated annually on July 11 to bring awareness to the varied issues of world population. The day is also called "International Population Day" or "World Population Day" and was established to celebrate the first Day of Five Billion on July 11, 1987, when the world's population was officially termed around five billion. It is also a means to bring into focus the challenges and opportunities that global population trends present for sustainable development, health, and well-being across the world.
Some Important Facts
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Date
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11th July
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Origin
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This day traces its origin to the "Day of Five Billion" (July 11, 1987), when the global population reached approximately 5 billion.
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Objective
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To raise awareness about global population issues and their impact on sustainable development.
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Theme
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Theme changes annually, and is decided by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in coordination with United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).
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Theme 2026
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"Realizing the hopes and aspirations of young people – today and for the future."
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Theme for World Population Day 2026
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The United Nations has announced the theme for World Population Day 2026 as "Realizing the hopes and aspirations of young people – today and for the future."
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The theme emphasizes on the importance of investing in education, health, skills, and rights of youth for them to influence the future through demographic means.
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The theme ensures the involvement of the youth in decision-making processes, exploiting the demographic dividend, and creating inclusive societies for the future generation.
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