Azerbaijan Ecology Ministry Workers' Day
May 23 · Level 1 · #2030 of 2238
This professional holiday honours employees of Azerbaijan's Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources. It recognises the people who protect wildlife, monitor environmental conditions and work towards responsible use of the country's natural resources.
How it is celebrated: the ministry congratulates staff, recognises achievements and holds ceremonial gatherings. The occasion also provides an opportunity to introduce conservation projects and bring environmental issues to wider public attention.
The date marks the ministry's own beginning: it was established on 23 May 2001. Its institutional anniversary therefore also serves as a celebration of the people doing the work.