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International Men’s Day 2015

International Men's Day

International Men’s Day focuses on improving gender relations and highlighting the importance of bringing up good male role models from all backgrounds and ages.   It looks at addressing problems like parenting, families and good health choices. It is also the time for many people to reflect on the contributions, sacrifices and progress made by men in society. Such progress includes that of men working together with women to make educational, economic, social, and technological advances in society. Issues that may be highlighted through various activities and events on the day may include:

• ·         Men’s health
• ·         The significance of gender equality
• ·         Highlighting the importance of improved gender relations in all societies
• ·         Role models for younger generations
• ·         Men’s responsibilities in society, family, relationships and childcare
• ·         Creating a safer, better world where people can be safe and grow to reach their full potential

Seminars, workshops and meetings may also be held on International Men’s Day to focus on overcoming challenges such as domestic violence and drug abuse. The concept of International Men’s Day is fully backed up by world’s several organisations, including the United Nations (UN).

The theme for International Men's Day 2015 is 'Working to expand Reproductive Options for Men'.  The day focuses on men's and boy's reproductive choices, such as, family planning, sexual health and safe sexual choices, as well as highlighting the importance of father's and positive male role models. 

History related to International Men’s Day

International Men’s Day concentrated on improving gender relations, promoting gender equality, producing responsible males and showcasing positive male role models. It also looks at addressing issues such as parenting, positive male role models, families and healthy life choices for men.

The first International Men’s Day was held in Trinidad and Tobago on November 19 in 1999. Apart from Trinidad and Tobago, this day is also celebrated in over 50 countries such as Jamaica, Australia, India, China, United States, Singapore, Malta, United Kingdom, South Africa, Moldova, Hungary, Ireland, Ghana, Canada, Denmark, Austria, France, Pakistan, Antigua and Barbuda, St. Kitts and Nevis, Grenada and Italy, on November 19th every year.

The day is not intended to compete against International Women's Day, but is for the purpose of highlighting men's experiences. Each year on this day, a theme is suggested such as peace, men’s health, healing and forgiveness or positive male role models.

Remember, International Men’s Day presents an opportunity to pay compliments to a special male in your life.  It will make him feel appreciated and give you a boost for putting a smile on his face. 

Happy Children’s Day 2015: Celebrate Innocence

Team Lazoi wishes you Happy Children's Day!

Childhood is perhaps the best part of anyone’s life as during this time we enjoy life to the fullest. Children do not know what sorrow is, they do not know the harsh realities of time and go about being happy in their own merry world. Children’s day is a special day that aims to celebrate childhood, the most wonderful stage in the life of a person. Universally children’s day is generally celebrated on the 1st of June but not regularly. The International Children’s day has its origin at the World Conference held in Geneva, Switzerland for the well being of children. In India 14th November is celebrated as Children’s day, this day commemorates the birthday of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first prime minister. Pt. Nehru liked children very much and he was often photographed with them and it is perhaps very apt that his birthday is celebrated as children’s day.

Pt. Nehru is seen as a special child of India as he was the country’s first Prime Minister which it achieved after a long struggle for freedom and independence. On this day all the schools organize different types of fun activities for children. Communities and cultural clubs also organize different activities for children. There are also different types of competitions held on this day and prizes are distributed to the winners. It is that one day in the year when we not only celebrate childhood but also remember one of the most prominent leaders in the history of India. Almost all schools have some or the other events lined up on this day and this is one day that children look forward to. And now due to the huge inroads made by satellite television, you will invariably find channels beaming out different programs to attract the children’s attention on this day.

Pt. Nehru was passionate about kids and worked for the welfare, education, and development of children and young people. Nehru is looked upon as a special child of India, who stood strongly and fought for India’s independence. A large number of famous Nehru’s pictures show him with children, thereby depicting his true and passionate love for kids. Jawaharlal Nehru was very keen on providing a safe and loving environment to children to grow in and giving them every opportunity that will help the kids to strive and contribute towards the progress of India. This day reminds us to live up to Chacha Nehru’s standards and examples, and keep our commitment towards the welfare of the children alive, thereby eradicating illiteracy completely.

Children’s day is celebrated on different days in different countries across the world. In Japan it is celebrated on the 5th of May and this day is known as “Kodomo no hi”, in Israel it is celebrated on 9th October, Hong Kong on 4th April. Children all over the world look forward to that day when children’s day is celebrated in their country as this is the one day where they can enjoy and celebrate the joy of childhood.

Diwali: The Biggest festival for the Hindus

Diwali is the most awaited festival in India. This year it is on November 11, 2015.

First of all, Team lazoi wishes you a very Happy and Prosperous Diwali.

As India is a land of different religions and all the religions have different festivals and fairs, which are celebrated every year. But Diwali is a festival which is celebrated equally by all the religions. In Hinduism, Diwali marks the return of Lord Rama to his kingdom Ayodhya after defeating Ravana this signify the victory of good over evil. In Sikhism, Diwali commemorates the return of Guru Har Gobind Ji to Amritsar after freeing 50 Hindu Kings imprisoned in Fort Gwalior by Emperor Jahangir. People light candles and divas to celebrate his return.

This festival is celebrated in the month of October or November according to the Hindu calendar. It falls every year in the month of Kartik. This is the end of rainy season and the beginning of the winter season. The weather is very pleasant as it is neither hot nor cold.

Diwali is celebrated for 5 days which are Dhanteras, Chhoti Diwali, Lakshmi Pujan or Diwali, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Duj. All these days have different significance. On Dhanteras Hindus consider it auspicious to purchase gold or silver articles or at least one or two new utensils. It is believed that new "Dhan" or some form of precious metal is a sign of good luck. "Lakshmi-Puja" is performed in the evenings when tiny Diyas of clay are lit to drive away the shadows of evil spirits. "Bhajans"-devotional songs- in praise of Goddess Laxmi are also sung.

The second day marks the celebration of Chhoti Diwali. This day has a lot of religious significance for people, as it is on this day that Lord Krishna defeated the devil Narakasur, thus giving a sigh of relief to the people.

The Third day is the main day. It is the Lakshmi Pujan or Diwali. The Lakshmi Puja is dedicated to the Lakshmi Goddess of prosperity and wealth. Lakshmi Pujan is performed in every home after sunset. Diwali is also considered as a New Year for Business. People buy new clothes and Exchange Diwali Gifts in India on this day. Diwali is also about enlightenment of soul and burning of all our bad times. It is about coming over the darkness of ignorance and stepping into a cleaner and brighter world.

The Fourth day is the Govardhan Puja and the Fifth Day is Bhai Duj. Bhai-Duj is a Hindu festival that celebrates the love and affection between a brother and a sister. 'Bhai' means brother and 'Duj' means two days after new moon. Every year the festival comes two days after Diwali in Kartik month.

Before Diwali many preparations are done. Houses are white washed and well cleaned. The walls are decorated with curtains and pictures. In every house sweets are prepared or purchased from the market. Sweets are exchanged among friends and relatives. Gifts are also distributed among relatives and friends.

The day itself is marked with great rejoicing and merry-making. Diwali is also known as the festival of lights. The illumination at night is a sight to see. There are rows of light to be seen on the roof of every house building. Earthen lamps are lighted in large numbers. Many people now use multi coloured electric bulbs to illuminate their houses. The festival ends with the worship of goddess Lakshmi in the night followed by lightning firecrackers. A picture or a small idol of the goddess is bathed in milk, prayers are offered, and sweets are distributed.

The best thing about Diwali is that it is a festival of the masses and people of any caste or religion can join in the celebrations. Diwali is thus able to symbolize a communal spirit which is the reason why it has become one of the most popular festivals across the globe.