On 14 June, the world celebrates World Blood Donor Day, a global tribute to the millions of voluntary, unpaid blood donors who give others a second chance at life. Their generosity saves lives, strengthens communities and embodies the spirit of solidarity. It’s a day to say thank you, but also to spotlight the ongoing, urgent need for safe, regular blood donations.

This year, we honour hope, the kind you give with every drop of blood. Because millions of patients around the world rely on blood transfusions every year, hope flows through every donation. The objectives of the campaign:

• raise public awareness about the critical need for blood and plasma donations and the impact they have on patients' lives;
• encourage both new and existing donors to give blood regularly, helping to ensure a stable and sufficient blood supply;
• highlight the positive impact of blood donors on the health and well-being of others and promote the values of solidarity, compassion, and community through blood donation; and
• mobilise support from governments and development partners to invest in and sustain national blood programs to achieve universal access to safe blood transfusion worldwide.

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