World Rural Development Day
World Rural Development Day on 6 July draws attention to sustainable development in rural areas, where much of the world lives and works.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
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Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
The UN General Assembly proclaimed the day recently. It frames rural communities as central to food security and resilience and calls for development that links economic, social and environmental goals.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday 6 July 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Thursday 6 July 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Friday 6 July 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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