World Nature Conservation
History of Miguel Farias - Mato Grosso do Sul, Brasil
World Nature Conservation Day is celebrated on July 28th . This date was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1972, during the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment, also known as the Stockholm Conference. The objective of World Nature Conservation Day is to raise awareness about the importance of preserving and protecting biodiversity and our planet's natural ecosystems. It is an opportunity to highlight the environmental challenges faced globally and promote individual and collective actions for nature conservation. On this day, several activities are carried out, such as environmental education campaigns, tree planting, cleaning of natural areas, lectures and events to promote sustainable practices.