World Bicycle Day United Nations
World bicycle day timeline april 12 2018 stamp of approval.
World bicycle day united nations. February 2016 world bicycle day gathers momentum. Bicycles are used every day across our globe from the most affluent nations to. In april 2018 the united nations general assembly declared june 3 as international world bicycle day. Regular physical activity of moderate intensity such as walking cycling or doing sports has significant benefits for health.
The first ever celebration will include a wonderful assortment of special events including all types of bike rides all around the world. World bicycle day at united nations nyc june 10 2019 on june 3rd the un invited new york cyclists to join in declaring the day world bicycle day and marked it with a special event to celebrate taking to two wheels to foster sustainable development and celebrated cycling as a positive impact on climate. At all ages the benefits of being physically active outweigh potential harm for example through accidents. Share the road programme annual report 2018.
The bicycle is a symbol of sustainable transportation and conveys a positive message to foster sustainable consumption and production and has a positive impact on climate. June 1 2020 why celebrate the bicycle. World bicycle day ga resolution a res 72 272 global action plan on physical activity 2018 2030. World bicycle day or world cycling day is celebrated every year on june 3rd to commemorate the importance of cycling benefits of cycling and physical fitness.
The resolution for world bicycle day recognizes the uniqueness longevity and versatility of the bicycle which has been in use for two centuries and that it is a simple affordable reliable clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transport. Sibilski speaks at the scientists for cycling colloquium in taipei taiwan and argues for a world bicycle day. The united nations officially designates june 3 as world bicycle day. March 2016 sibilski appears at scientists for cycling.
One extraordinary gathering of international leaders will convene at united nations headquarters in new york city. The united nations recently designated june 3 2018 as the inaugural world bicycle day. World bicycle day 2020. This year on world bicycle day we acknowledge the uniqueness longevity and versatility of the bicycle.