World Kidney Day 2026: Date, Theme and Origins
Why in the news
The world marked World Kidney Day on 12 March 2026, twenty years after the awareness campaign began.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Observed | Second Thursday of March every year |
| 2026 date | 12 March |
| Milestone | 20th anniversary of the campaign |
| Theme | Kidney Health for All – Caring for People, Protecting the Planet |
Key facts
- Purpose: raising awareness about kidney health.
- Founding organisations: the International Society of Nephrology, along with the International Federation of Kidney Foundations.
- The 2026 edition marked the campaign’s 20th anniversary.
Exam angle
- Day rule: second Thursday of March.
- Organising bodies: ISN and IFKF.
- 2026 theme mentions people and the planet.