International Lefthanders Day observed on 13th August
Highlights:
- International Lefthanders Day is observed on August 13 across the world.
- The day is observed to raise awareness about the lefty people’s experience with living in a right-hand dominant world.
- The day also spreads awareness on issues faced by left-handers, eg the importance of the special needs for left-handed children and the likelihood for left-handers to develop schizophrenia.
- International Lefthanders Day was launched by the Club as an annual event on 13th August 1992 when lefthanders everywhere can celebrate their uniqueness and also increase awareness in the public about the advantages and disadvantages of being left-handed.
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