International Day Of Education
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Where is International Day Of Education celebrated?
Since January 24, 2019, countries such as the USA, UK, India, China, Pakistan, Australia, Turkey, and Germany have celebrated International Day Of Education every year to revitalize education.
Who is International Day of Education celebrated by?
The International Community aims to achieve sustainable development goals, and education is the foremost requirement to achieve all 17 goals of sustainable development. Hence, this day is celebrated by a large number of people across the world.
When did the International Day of Education first start?
Also known as the UN's International Day Of Education, it came into the limelight on January 3, 2018, in the United Nations.
Who was the International Day of Education started by?
A resolution was passed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on December 3, 2018, where January 24 was officially declared as the International Day Of Education.
History And Timeline
Here are some important facets of the history of this event which aims to revitalize education across the world.
Harvard University
Harvard University was established in the USA.
1636Public School In Every State
America became the first country to open a public school in every state of the country.
1870Resolution Declaring The Day
A resolution was passed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on December 3, 2018, that January 24 was officially declared as the International Day Of Education.
December 3, 2018First International Day Of Education
After the declaration on December 3, 2018, on January 24, 2019, the celebration of the first International Day Of Education took place.
January 24, 2019The Third International Day Of Education
The UNGA encourages raising awareness of the right to access quality education and its importance in everyone’s life, which has spread to all corners of the world.
January 24, 2021Traditions And Customs
After the declaration on 3rd December 2018, the celebration of the first International Day Of Education took place on January 24, 2019. The UNGA encourages everyone to raise awareness of the right to access quality education. This has impacted many countries around the world to promote education and create a cultured society with more positive lifelong opportunities.
Ways To Observe International Day Of Education
Every year all schools and universities celebrate this day by arranging competitions like essay-writing and debates. Plus, there are seminar conferences where discussions are held on how to bring about new laws for encouraging the prioritization of education and higher studies for girls in areas where it is needed.
It is a human right to receive an education so on this day celebrate how lucky you were to attend school and become an educated individual.
Facts And Stats
- The International Day of Education theme for 2022 as proclaimed by UNESCO was 'Changing Course, Transforming Education.'
- The theme for 2020 was 'Learning for people, planet, peace, and prosperity.'
- International Day Of Education aims to offer lifelong opportunities to students across the world.
Who started the International Day Of Education?
The UNGA (United Nations of General Assembly) first declared that January 24 should be declared as the International Day Of Education.
When is the International Day Of Education?
It is observed on January 24 every year.
How is the International Day Of Education significant?
The percentage of poverty and illiteracy across the world is still high, which is why the UN decided to recognize a day for education that can help meet the requirements of the goals for sustainable development. The UN also realized that in order to remove poverty, it is necessary to educate people, which can lead to more employment.
How do people celebrate the International Day Of Education?
All educational institutes celebrate this day by organizing various competitions for their students. Students participate in activities like essay-writing, debates, and seminar conferences where they discuss topics like the need for laws prioritizing education and the human right to attend school.
Why do people celebrate the International Day Of Education?
People celebrate International Day Of Education to mark the importance of education in every individual’s life as well as emphasize the significance of the right to attend school for every individual across the globe.
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Thursday, January 23, 2020
- Saturday, January 23, 2021
- Sunday, January 23, 2022
- Monday, January 23, 2023
- Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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