International Day of Care and Support

The International Day of Care and Support on 29 October recognises the value of care work and calls for investment in care systems.

  • UK
  • USA
  • International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known

About the day

The UN General Assembly proclaimed the day. It links care and support to gender equality and to the strength of economies and societies.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2026Thursday 29 October 2026UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year
2027Friday 29 October 2027UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year
2028Sunday 29 October 2028UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year

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