International Day of UN Peacekeepers

Quick Facts - AU

Hashtags	#PeacekeepersDay
Related Hashtags	#YouthPeaceSecurity, #Peacekeepers, #UN, #Peacekeeping, #ServingforPeace, #UnitedNations
2021 Date	29 May 2021
2022 Date	29 May 2022

2021 Holidays & Dates

		Australian & Common Holidays
		Misc. & Int'l. Observances
		Christian Holidays
		Jewish Holidays

International Day of UN Peacekeepers in 2021

Saturday, 29 May

Days to go:

International Day of UN Peacekeepers History

International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers seeks to honor and pay tribute to all the peacekeepers that lost their lives serving under the United Nation’s flag. This day acknowledges the contributions and efforts of the uniformed and civilian personnel serving under the UN. According to the UN, today there are 95,000 military, police, and civilian peacekeeping personnel deployed in 13 operations around the world.

International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers was established in 2002 by the UN General Assembly. It is observed annually on May 29th.

Top Tweets for International Day of UN Peacekeepers -

Updated 21:05

Yesterday we celebrated International Day of UN Peacekeepers and a service was held by the United Nations Association at the Wars to Peace Tree in Anzac Square. Australian troops continue to serve as UN Peacekeepers. Photo: Wars to Peace Tree and accompanying plaque. #anzacsquare https://t.co/0juM89G83G
— Anzac Square (@anzacsquare) May 30, 2021

Today is International Day of United Nations (@UN) Peacekeepers, a time to remember the service and sacrifice of all who have contributed to global UN peacekeeping efforts for more than 70 years. Thank you for your service. #TYFYS https://t.co/P2xhAbNHC9 https://t.co/VqDP69QQqg
— Darren Chester MP (@DarrenChesterMP) May 28, 2021

On the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, which falls on May 29 every year, the #HCHF recognizes the sincerity of the peacekeepers to spread the values of tolerance and peace. #PKDay #YouthPeaceSecurity @UNPeacekeeping https://t.co/DQmw7aCE6Y
— The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity (@HumanFraternity) May 29, 2021

In the News and Trending for International Day of UN Peacekeepers

Updated 21:05On Peacekeepers Day, UN to spotlight vital role of women peace operations

un.org

International Day of UN Peacekeepers 2020

un.org

GHANBATT 86 Marks Peacekeepers Day With Medals Parade

peacefmonline.com

Operation Accordion International Day of UN Peacekeepers SQNLDR K Woodward

youtube.com

International Day of UN Peacekeepers Facts & Quotes

The theme for International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers in 2021 is The Road to a Lasting Peace: Leveraging the Power of Youth for Peace and Security.
The UN Peacekeepers have more than 95,000 military, police, and civilian personnel deployed in 13 operations around the world as of 2021.
As of 2021, only about 6% of all the uniformed military, police, and justice and corrections personnel serving in field missions were women.
Since the founding of the peacekeepers in 1948, 3,900 peacekeepers have lost their lives while serving under the UN flag.
For millions in conflict-affected situations around the world, peacekeeping is a necessity and a hope. Let us work together to make peacekeeping more effective in protecting people and advancing peace - UN Secretary-General António Guterres