ActNow is the UN campaign to inspire people to act for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In the lead up to the Summit of the Future, join the 1 Million Actions for our Common Future challenge to contribute to a more sustainable and peaceful world. Find new inspiring actions on the app and at un.org/actnow.
A universal need in uncertain times
Amid growing unrest and deepening divides, 12 July marks the International Day of Hope—a call to light the candle of hope in us all. Rooted in the UN’s vision of peace and dignity, the day highlights hope as a force that bridges distance and draws us towards a more just and united world. It invites us all to act—with kindness, courage, and care—so that even in darkness, the small flame of hope keeps burning, lighting the way forward.