International Day of Happiness

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International Day of Happiness

27/03/25

Assembly

International Day of Happiness

The International Day of Happiness is celebrated on March 20th every year. It was created by the United Nations (UN) in 2013 to remind everyone that being happy is important!

This day is about:

 ⭐ Celebrating what makes people happy all around the world.

 ⭐ Encouraging governments (the people in charge of countries) to help people feel safe, secure, and happy by making good rules and decisions.

What makes you happy?

Friendships or Family 🤝

Being healthy 🏥

Freedom to make choices ✨

Feeling safe and trusting others 🏡

Time to relax and enjoy life 🌿

International Day of Happiness

According to the World Happiness Report in 2025, some countries are happier than others. There are 147 countries in the report.

We will make predictions about the happiness rankings.

Where did Mexico come in the happiness rankings?

1. 1st - happiest country in the world
2. Last place - unhappiest country!
3. 5th happiest
4. 10th happiest

Mexico 😊

Mexico has entered the top 10 for the first time this year, there are several factors including: 

- Strong Family and Community bonds 👥

Where did Iceland come in the happiness rankings?

1. 1st - happiest country in the world
2. Last place - unhappiest country!
3. 3rd happiest
4. 2nd happiest

Iceland 😊

Iceland is ranked the 3rd happiest country in the world, there are several factors including: 

- Connection to Nature 🌿

- Men and Women are treated equally ⚖️

Where did the United States come in the happiness rankings?

1. 1st - happiest country in the world
2. Last place - unhappiest country!
3. 24th happiest
4. 124th happiest

USA

The United States has dropped to the lowest position ever at 24th.

Why?

Social Isolation and loneliness 🧑‍🤝‍🧑💔

Lack of trust in leaders 🤔❌ 

Mental health challenges 😔🧠

Where did Brazil come in the happiness rankings?

1. 1st - happiest country in the world
2. Last place - unhappiest country!
3. 15th happiest
4. 35th happiest

Brazil

Brazil has dropped from 30th to 35th in a year.

Why?

High crime rates 🚔🔫

Lack of trust in leaders 🤔❌ 

Poverty 😔🧠

Where did England come in the happiness rankings?

1. 1st - happiest country in the world!
2. Last place - unhappiest country!
3. 23rd happiest
4. 13th happiest

UK

The United Kingdom has dropped from 19th to 23rd in a year.

Why?

Cost of living crisis 💸🏠🍞

Mental Health 🧠😔💭

UK

The United Kingdom is still relatively high in the rankings.

Why?

Access to Healthcare - NHS 🏥

Education - 🎓📚🖊️

Inclusivity - 🌍🤝👥

If you were the leader of the UK, what changes would you make to help people feel happier?

Help people with Mental Health 🧠💬

Make things cheaper to buy 💸🏠

Improve schools and learning 🎓📚

Protect the environment 🌍🌱

Make work more fun and fair ⚖️🏖️

Next steps...

1. Explore the Happiness Rankings 🌍

2. Create a Happiness Action Plan: how could we improve Star Time? 🤗

3. Make a Poster or Presentation 🎨📊