International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers
The famous UN "Blue Helmet"
Observed byUnited Nations personnel and internationally
SignificanceCommemorates sacrifice made by UN personnel on peacekeeping missions.
CelebrationsPresentation of Dag Hammarskjöld Medal
DateMay 29
Next time29 May 2025 (2025-05-29)
Frequencyannual

The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, May 29, is "an international day to pay tribute to all the men and women who have served and continue to serve in United Nations peacekeeping operations for their high level of professionalism, dedication, and courage and to honor the memory of those who have lost their lives in the cause of peace."[1]

  1. ^ "Resolution 57/129 International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers".[permanent dead link]

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