June 12th, 1986

World Day Against Child Labour is an international observance that brings attention to the global extent of child labor and the action and efforts needed to eliminate it. This day focuses on the plight of child laborers and advocates for their rights to education, health, and freedom from exploitation. Activities on this day include awareness-raising campaigns, educational workshops, policy advocacy, and community outreach programs. These events aim to highlight the detrimental impact of child labor on physical and mental development and promote the importance of quality education as a key step in breaking the cycle of poverty and child labor. The day serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility to protect children from labor exploitation and to create a world where all children have the opportunity to grow, learn, and play.

Shavuot, also known as the Feast of Weeks, is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the wheat harvest in Israel and the day the Torah was given to the Israelites at Mount Sinai. It is observed by engaging in all-night study of the Torah, reading the Book of Ruth, and partaking in festive meals that often include dairy foods. Synagogues are adorned with greenery, symbolizing the new harvest and the Mount Sinai revelation. This holiday offers a time for reflection, gratitude, and joyous community gatherings. Shavuot is not only a celebration of the physical harvest but also an acknowledgment of the spiritual bounty and wisdom imparted through the Torah, playing a significant role in Jewish culture and religious practice.