World Population Day 2024 : Theme
World Population Day aims to raise awareness about global population issues and their impact on society.
- World Population Day (WPD) is observed on July 11 every year.
- It highlights the importance of addressing population-related concerns such as reproductive health, family planning, gender equality and sustainable development.
- It provides a platform for governments, organizations, and individuals to engage in discussions and take action.
- WPD 2024 Theme: “Leave no one behind; count everyone.”
History:
- WPD was established by the United Nations (UN) and first observed in 1989, with participation from over 90 countries.
- The idea was inspired by the world population reaching five billion on July 11, 1987, prompting Dr. KC Zachariah, a senior demographer at the World Bank, to suggest marking the occasion as World Population Day.
