- International Literacy Day is celebrated every year on 8 September.
- The day aims to highlight the importance of literacy for human rights, dignity, and the development of sustainable societies.
- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is responsible for overseeing and promoting International Literacy Day.
- The theme for International Literacy Day 2023 is ‘Promoting literacy for a world in transition: Building the foundation for sustainable and peaceful societies’.
- Literacy Day is celebrated at various levels including global, regional, national and local.
International Literacy Day
- UNESCO introduced International Literacy Day in 1966 at its 14th General Conference.
- The first International Literacy Day was celebrated in 1967.
- The official date of International Literacy Day is 26 October, which was established during the 1966 UNESCO conference.
- The primary goal of this day is to highlight the importance of literacy for individuals, communities and society.
- Literacy is seen as the foundation of a well-educated and productive society.