International Day of Care and Support
October 29 · Level 3 · #1578 of 2238
This United Nations observance recognises the work of caring for others, whether at home or through professional services. It highlights the rights of people receiving support as well as those providing it, including family members whose work is unpaid.
How it is celebrated: civil society groups and international organisations hold discussions, public campaigns and events about accessible care. Topics include working conditions, shared responsibilities at home and support for families providing ongoing care.
A pay cheque does not define care work. The day explicitly includes unpaid caring responsibilities, making visible work that household budgets rarely record.