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International Day in Memory of the Victims of Earthquakes
On 29 April the UN remembers people killed in earthquakes and promotes preparedness and safer buildings.
- UK
- USA
- International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2025
About the day
The UN General Assembly proclaimed the day in April 2025, with the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction facilitating it. It supports survivors and encourages resilient infrastructure and recovery planning.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Thursday 29 April 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Saturday 29 April 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Sunday 29 April 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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