World Blood Donor Day 2025, the theme is "Give blood, give hope: together we save lives"

 Coordinated by the WHO, the World Blood Donor Day 2025 is being observed on June 14 with the theme "Give blood, give hope: together we save lives" according to WHO, the observance is meant to pay a 'tribute to the millions of voluntary, unpaid blood donors who give others a second chance at life' since '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 honor 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." adds the WHO

The objectives of the campaign, as held out by the WHO are as follows.

• To raise public awareness about the critical need for blood and plasma donations and the impact they have on patients' lives 
• To encourage both new and existing donors to give blood regularly, helping to ensure a stable and sufficient blood supply  
• To 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 
• To mobilize support from governments and development partners to invest in and sustain national blood programs to achieve universal access to safe blood transfusion worldwide