The United Nations (UN) has declared 2026 the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists.
It aims to raise awareness and advocate for the value of healthy rangelands and sustainable pastoralism.
2026 also declared as the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026).
It will raise awareness and promote actions to close the gender gaps and improve women’s livelihoods worldwide.
UN also declared2026 as the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development (IVY), to promote and recognize volunteerism as a significant force for sustainable development.