International Literacy Day: Education for mutual understanding and peace

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designated September 8 as International Literacy Day in 1966, and the theme for 2024 is “Promoting Multilingual Education: Literacy for Peace and Understanding.”

Since 1966, UN member states have celebrated September 8 as International Literacy Day. While the organization’s initial goals have largely been achieved in developed countries, literacy crises now primarily affect less developed nations such as Afghanistan.