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March
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International Women's Day - 8 March
As armed conflict is waged around the world this International Women's Day, we stop to consider the terrible impact of war on women and the courage they show in conflict and its aftermath.
 More about International Women's Day
World Water Day - 22 March
On World Water Day 2009 we are reminded yet again how access to clean water and basic sanitation, a fundamental right for every human, remains a dream for much of the world's population.
More about World Water Day
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June
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World Blood Donor Day, 14 June
Held on 14 June throughout the world, World Blood Donor Day pays tribute to the millions of people who selflessly donate the life-saving gift of blood.
Refugee Week, 20-26 June
Every year, millions of people are forced to flee their home country because of their race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, or their political opinions. While they may escape from harm, the journey they then embark on as a refugee is often one wrought with many new challenges.
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August
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Missing Person's Week, 1-7 August
This year, the International Tracing Service of Australian Red Cross is joining non-government tracing organisations, community groups associated with families and friends of missing people and police services around Australia to raise awareness of people who have lost contact with family friends and loved ones.
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International Day of the Disappeared
30 August 2010
On International Day of the Disappeared we highlight the plight of those who are missing, often without a trace, and the loved ones they are separated from.
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October
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International Day of Older Persons - 1 October 2010
This day is an opportunity to recognise the contribution of older people to the community
Anti-Poverty Week 17-23 October 2010
Red Cross is a principal national sponsor of Anti-Poverty Week and is marking the week with a number of events around Australia.
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November
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World Toilet Day, 19 November 2010
Unsafe water and poor sanitation have claimed more lives over the past century than any other cause, and in many developing countries they still do.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, 25 November 2010
On 25 November, we draw attention to issues affecting women during and after armed conflict, and promote awareness of International Humanitarian Law (IHL).
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