The World Vitiligo Day, observed on June 25, is an initiative aimed to build global awareness about vitiligo. Vitiligo occurs in 1–2% of the population worldwide; a change of colour in the skin creating a variety of patterns on the skin from the loss of pigment
In 2025, South Africa’s National Youth Day (June 16th) theme is “Accelerating youth economic emancipation for a sustainable future.” This theme acknowledges the role of young people in shaping a better future and focuses on empowering them to contribute to economic development. This is part of a broader celebration of June as Youth Month, a time to honor the youth’s role in the fight against apartheid.
Wear Turquoise for the Elderly The “Go Turquoise for the Elderly” campaign in South Africa is a month-long initiative, running from May 15 to June 15, to raise awareness about the needs and well-being of the elderly, especially those outside of formal care facilities.
Purpose and Objectives:
The campaign aims to increase public awareness about the challenges and needs of the elderly in South Africa, particularly those who are not in elder care institutions.
It highlights the importance of elder care and respect for senior citizens.
Organizations, homes for the aged, and other groups can use the campaign as an opportunity to raise funds for the elderly.
The campaign often coincides with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15th, which is a time to focus on the issue of elder abuse and the importance of reporting it.
It encourages individuals and communities to show support for the elderly through various actions, including wearing turquoise, engaging in community activities, and promoting kindness
Turquoise was chosen as the campaign colour for its representation of calmness, clarity, and healing—qualities we hope to bring to elder care in South Africa. The soothing blue-green hue symbolises communication and protection, reminding us to listen to our elders’ voices and safeguard their interests
14 June World Blood Donor Day
World Blood Donor Day is commemorated annually on 14 June in a global celebration of the millions of people throughout the world who give their blood on a voluntary, unpaid basis to save the lives of those in need. The day aims to raise awareness of the need for safe blood, to thank and honour those blood donors who make transfusion possible and to encourage regular blood donation by suitable donors.
We invited you to join us in this year’s World Hypertension Day global hypertension awareness celebration on May 17, 2025, with the theme, “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer!”
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is the primary and most common risk factor for heart disease, stroke and renal diseases. It is estimated that one in six people worldwide, or nearly one billion, are affected by high blood pressure, and it is estimated that this number will increase to 1.5 billion by 2025