On 4 March 2025, the United Nations General Assembly voted 160 to 1 (USA) with 3 abstentions to make 25 July each year the International Day for Judicial Wellbeing taking into account the Nauru Declaration on Judicial Well-Being launched on 25 July 2024.
Justice Rangajeeva Wimalasena who was the inspiration behind the Declaration stated: “Judicial wellbeing is not just about individual resilience, it is about safeguarding the independence, integrity, and effectiveness of judicial systems worldwide. This recognition at the UN level is a testament to the growing awareness that a strong, well-supported judiciary is fundamental to justice and democracy. Let this be a call to action for all stakeholders to prioritise judicial wellbeing and ensure that those who uphold justice receive the support they need.”