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World Kindness Day is observed on 13 November every year.

Every year, people around the world observe World Kindness Day by promoting kindness, compassion and positive actions towards others.

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When is KindnessDay?

Other important dates and days globally

World Kindness Week — week surrounding November 13.

World Kindness Week — a week-long observance around World Kindness Day, generally taking place in the second week of November. It provides a longer period for kindness-related activities and campaigns.

First World Kindness Day

The World Kindness Movement was established in 1998 following a meeting of kindness organizations from different countries in Japan.

The movement brought together organizations with a shared goal of promoting kindness and compassion around the world.

World Kindness Day is observed annually on 13 November.

The day encourages people to promote kindness, compassion, generosity and positive actions in their communities.

Countries that Observe KindnessDay

World Kindness Day is observed in many countries, including Canada, Australia, Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates. Singapore observed the day for the first time in 2009, while Italy and India have also marked the occasion through kindness-related activities and events.

Why We Observe World Kindness Day

World Kindness Day is observed to promote kindness, compassion, generosity and positive actions towards others.

It encourages people to recognize good deeds in their communities and to highlight the positive impact that acts of kindness can have on individuals and society.

Kindness is an important part of human interaction and can help build understanding and strengthen connections between people from different backgrounds, cultures, beliefs and communities.

People and organizations may mark World Kindness Day in different ways, including performing acts of kindness, volunteering, helping others and organizing community activities.

How Global Kindness Day is observed

It is observed in many countries around the world through activities and initiatives organized by individuals, schools, organizations and communities.

Individuals, schools, organizations, charities and communities may mark the day through acts of kindness, volunteering, charitable activities, community events and other initiatives that encourage people to help and support one another.

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