♦ The World Day of Social Justice is observed every year globally on February 20 recognising the need to promote social justice, including efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender inequality, unemployment, human rights, and social protection.

♦ In 2007, the United Nations General Assembly declared February 20 as World Day of Social Justice.

♦ The first celebration was held in 2009.

♦ 2025 theme: "Empowering Inclusion: Bridging Gaps Of Social Justice".