WORLD BEE DAY

MAY 20

Bees—small but vital—pollinate about one in three bites of food, boost biodiversity, and sustain ecosystems and agriculture. From solitary sweat bees to social honeybees, their nesting, foraging dances, and communication drive plant reproduction and genetic diversity. Threats like habitat loss, pesticides, disease, and climate change are shrinking populations and risking food security. Protect them by planting diverse, pesticide-free habitats, supporting sustainable farming, and restoring natural landscapes.

World Bee Day — celebrated each year on May 20 — began in 2018 when the United Nations designated the date to recognize the essential role bees and other pollinators play in sustaining food systems, biodiversity, and healthy ecosystems. The day raises awareness about threats to pollinators: habitat loss, pesticide use, disease, climate change, and unsustainable agricultural practices.

This World Bee Day 2026, the Environmental Alliance calls on partners and supporters to act together to protect bees:

  • by going to visit to a local bee keeping farm visit a local beekeeping farm to observe bee behavior and learn about hive management.

  • by engaging and educating community members and ourselves on creating bee-friendly gardens by planting native flowering species, beginning with our own homes.

  • by advocating for bee protection with local authorities and report on the use of safe chemicals and pesticides.

How can you help bees ?

Provide bees with continuous, pesticide‑free forage throughout the seasons — it’s one of the most meaningful ways to support these pollinators. Many public and private landscapes favor plants that peak only in mid‑summer; instead, choose a mix of native flowers that bloom from early spring through late autumn to keep nectar and pollen available. Adding diverse bloom times will attract many more native bees and other pollinators to your yard or community green space. Small, thoughtful actions like this help sustain bee populations and reconnect us to the rhythms of the natural world.


HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED?

  • Volunteer: Join us in our efforts to promote environmental awareness and sustainability in your community. Whether you have a few hours or a few days to spare, your help is invaluable!

  • Partner with Us: If you're part of a nonprofit, business, or government organization, consider partnering with the Environmental Alliance for collaborative projects or events. Together, we can make a bigger impact!

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  • Attend Events: Participate in our upcoming events and awareness days. Check our calendar for dates and details.

  • Spread the Word: Share our mission with your network. Follow us on social media and help us raise awareness about environmental issues.

 
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