World Population Day 2024: Understanding Its Significance and Global Impact
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | World Population Day |
| Date | July 11th |
| Established by | United Nations (1989) |
| Origins | Inspired by the world population reaching 5 billion on July 11, 1987 |
| Proposed by | Dr. KC Zachariah, Senior Demographer at the World Bank |
| 2024 Theme | "Leave no one behind, count everyone" |
| Focus of 2024 Theme | Inclusive data collection and representation in population studies |
| Key Message (UN Secretary-General) | Importance of data in understanding population challenges and crafting solutions |
| Role of Financial Investment | Essential for data collection, research, and execution of population-related programs |
| Upcoming Event Mentioned | Summit of the Future (opportunity for global collaboration and sustainable development progress) |