World Civil Defence Day is observed every year on March 1st to raise public awareness about the importance of civil protection measures and to commemorate the establishment of the International Civil Defence Organization (ICDO) in 1931.

• The ICDO is an intergovernmental organization that works to promote civil protection and disaster risk reduction at the national and international levels.
• World Civil Defence Day provides an opportunity to promote civil protection measures and to educate the public about the risks of disasters and emergencies.
• It also aims to recognize the efforts of civil defence organizations, volunteers, and other stakeholders who work to protect communities and save lives during emergencies.