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Calendar International Day for Women's Health 28 May International Children's Day 1 June Youth Day 16 June World Environment Day 20 June World Refugee Day 20 June Media May 23, 2008 Africa Day- Have we done enough to give reality to the vision of African Unity May 20, 2008 “Don’t touch my sister, don’t touch my brother!” Apr 9, 2008 SAHRC rejects claims by the Forum For Black Journalists Apr 8, 2008 SAHRC finds in favour of COSATU leader, with caution Apr 2, 2008 SA Human Rights Commission and partners will deliberate on preventing torture in Africa at a major International Conference