Overview
- Observed on November 13, the day encourages empathy, compassion, and everyday positive actions across communities.
- The initiative traces back to 1998 under the World Kindness Movement and is described by UNESCO as part of the Global Kindness Movement.
- As of the latest reports, an official theme for 2025 has not been announced.
- Coverage cites research summaries that acts of kindness benefit both giver and receiver by boosting well-being, reducing stress, and strengthening social bonds.
- Common activities include ‘7 Days of Kindness’ challenges, gratitude journaling, kindness walls, volunteering drives, and sharing uplifting stories online.