International HR Day 20 May
More on International HR Day 20 May 2026
Since 2019, HR and people professionals across the globe have come together to celebrate their profession and its positive impact on people and organisations.
This year marks the 7th anniversary of the event, recognising the incredible role HR plays in shaping more inclusive, flexible, and productive work environments.
Whether you’re attending an event or sharing your experiences on social media, you are part of a global community that understands the power of people in transforming workplaces.
Discover events
The month of May is filled with a variety of events including webinars, virtual discussions, and our exciting step challenge in recognition of International HR Day. These events offer HR and people professionals the chance to learn, connect, and share best practices, while addressing topics like mental health, leadership in times of change, and the future of remote work.
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Start Date: 2025-05-13IHRD2025: Leading Change in a Dynamic World
Join Us for the EAPM’s 2025 International HR Day Webinar HumanifyAI – Leading Change in a Dynamic World The world of work is evolving at -
Start Date: 2025-05-20Celebrating HR: Stories of Impact, Growth and Inspiration
Join us for a special International HR Day webinar as we celebrate the HR profession through the stories and experience of a diverse and passionate -
Start Date: 2025-05-20International HR Summit 2025
«International HR Summit 2025» will be organized for the first time by Azerbaijan HR Institute at Baku Marriott Boulevard hotel on May 20, 2025 in -
Start Date: 2025-05-22International Conference “People Power: HR’s Role in Global Growth”
📌 International Conference “People Power: HR’s Role in Global Growth” 🗓 Date: May 22, 2025 📍 Venue: Google Campus, Warsaw 🕐 Registration: from 11:30 🗣 -
Start Date: 2025-05-20Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Hybrid and Remote Work – Trends and Perspectives
For employees, the rise of hybrid and remote work (HRW) is generally perceived positively: from the opportunity to improve work/life balance to a more flexible
Discover news
Stay up to date with the latest developments for International HR Day 2025. Our news section brings you insightful articles, expert perspectives and practical ideas on how to help organisations celebrate and engage with this year’s theme. Explore key messages, success stories, and innovative ways to bring the topics to life in your workplace. From learning opportunities to best practice, we highlight how people professionals worldwide are leading change together.
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Upskilling for a world that won’t stand still
Change is no longer arriving in waves. It is constant, overlapping, and increasingly complex. Technology, climate priorities, demographic shifts, and new ways of working are… -
Human-centric AI and digital transformation
Why International HR Day is the right moment to put people back in control Digital transformation is no longer something organisations are preparing for. It… -
From authority to alignment: how HR can shape leadership for the future of work
Leadership in an age of alignment As organisations navigate rapid change, leadership is no longer defined by hierarchy, control, or tenure. Effective leadership today is… -
International HR Day 2026: Empower people to lead change
Future-focused leadership: building trust and empowering employees In today’s rapidly evolving demands of the workplace, future-focused leadership has never been more crucial. Leadership skills must…