International Literacy Day 2023 and Literacy Prizes

International Literacy Day 2023

International Literacy Day 2023 is observed every year on 8 September 2023. This is a global event that encourages awareness regarding the values of literacy among every citizen. Literacy is considered to be an effective aspect of a nation that drives the economy. Moreover, it grooms an individual’s life with great personality. Literacy is the magic wand that access a person to acquire the basic ability of writing and reading that will help them express their ideas, thoughts and feelings. As per the 2011 census, an individual of seven years old or above who can write and read effectively in any language will be considered literate. In this article, we will discuss all the eminent factors of International Literacy Day 2023 along with its history, significance, theme and more.

Important Days In September 2023 

International Literacy Day 2023 Date

Every year, we observe International Literacy Day 2023 on 8 September. This day is eminently celebrated to amplify awareness regarding the valuable aspects of literacy. Everyone should make themselves literate to express their point of view in front of the globe. This day is considered extremely special and reminds everyone of the basic necessity of being literate. This can help people boost their personal dignity. International Literacy Day 2023 will also enlighten the advanced mechanism of literacy agenda to revolutionise our society to be more sustainable and influential.

International Literacy Day 2023 History

A World Conference Of Ministers for the sake of education in Tehran Institution was organised, and this has led to the notion of International Literacy Day 202 in 1965. The following event has dragged the attention of the whole world, and during the 14th session of the General Conference of UNESCO, a major resolution has been adopted to observe International Day. This day has been implemented to make people aware of the importance of education in their lives.

This revolutionising resolution was adopted on 26 October 1966, in which it was mentioned that 8 September will be regarded as International Literacy Day. The major reason behind observing this day was to combat illiteracy and amplify the scope of literacy. Being literate is a kind of tool through which a whole community will be empowered. For the first time, International Literacy Day was observed in 1967. Let us get into other details of International Literacy Day 2023.

Significance Of International Literacy Day 2023

A lot of factors are there that contribute to a country’s development. The most vital part is to make people literate as it delivers a platform for personal growth. Through this, people can easily cope with their personal growth and make their lives more respectable.

International Literacy Day 2023 Prizes

On the observation of International Literacy Day 2023, UNESCO presents International Literacy awards for inspiring and innovative literacy programs. The following prize will be given to the organisation who will promote the notion of literacy with a motivational theme. There are two International Literacy Prizes 2023, as listed below.

• The UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize-In this award there are two categories.
• The UNESCO Confucius Prize For Literacy: 3 awards.

International Literacy Day 2023 Theme

This year the theme of International Literacy Day 2023 will be ‘Promoting literacy for a world in transition: building the foundation for sustainable and peaceful societies’.

International Literacy Day 2023 Celebrations

The International Literacy Day 2023 is observed all over the globe with effective events and celebrations. Many functions and events will be organized as per the decided theme. Even a broad range of diversifying seminars and conferences will be organized over several countries.