The World Wetlands Day, celebrated on 2 February, raises global awareness about the importance of wetlands for human prosperity and a healthy planet. The 2024 theme 'Wetlands and Human Wellbeing' focuses on the interconnectedness between wetlands and various aspects of human wellbeing, including physical, mental and environmental health.
FAO, in collaboration with the Ramsar Convention Secretariat and the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security, will host the World Wetlands Day celebration on 2 February 2024 from 12:00 to 13:30 (CET) at FAO Headquarters and online.
The primary objectives of the celebration are to: (i) raise awareness on wetlands and human wellbeing; (ii) highlight wetlands’ contribution to One Health and food security; (iii) share agricultural solutions for wetlands and human well-being and; (iv) inspire actions and partnerships with FAO Members and other stakeholders.
Find out more and register here: https://www.fao.org/events/detail/world-wetlands-day---2-february/en
