The International Day of Action for Rivers is a day dedicated to solidarity – when diverse communities around the world come together with one voice to say that rivers matter. That communities having access to clean and flowing water matters. That everyone should have a say in decisions that affect their water and their lives. That it’s our time to stand up for these rights, now more than ever.
We’re celebrating the 26th Anniversary of this Day for Rivers by also highlighting the importance of being a protector and voice for rivers.
Civilizations grew up around rivers, and they are central to our lives and the survival of life on earth. Although freshwater ecosystems are so important, they are the most threatened in the world; freshwater species have seen an 83% decline since 1970-twice the rate experienced within terrestrial or marine. They need our help – they need our voices. Speak out, defend, protect, restore, and be a river guardian.
International Day Of Action For Rivers 2023: Theme
The theme of the 2023 International Day of Action for Rivers is “Rights of Rivers,” which calls for the designation of rivers as a national treasure. It also involves the legal authority to prevent rivers from becoming sewage or trash disposal areas.
International Day Of Action For Rivers: History
The first International Day of Action for Rivers was commemorated in March 1997, according to the website of the international non-profit organisation International Rivers. At the first International Conference of Dams Affected Peoples in Curitiba, Brazil, representatives from more than 20 countries supported the creation of the International Day of Action Against Dams and For Rivers, Water, and Life. The day will be observed on March 14 in honour of Brazil’s Day of Action Against Big Dams, it was also decided.
Source: www.internationalrivers.org
No comments:
Post a Comment