International Day of Living Together in Peace

The International Day of Living Together in Peace on 16 May encourages people to accept differences and live together in unity and harmony.

  • UK
  • USA
  • International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2017

About the day

The UN General Assembly declared the day in December 2017. It promotes listening, respect and cooperation as the basis of a lasting culture of peace.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Sunday 16 May 2027UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year
2028Tuesday 16 May 2028UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year
2029Wednesday 16 May 2029UK, USA, InternationalSame date every year

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