International Day of Education
A UN day celebrating education as a human right and a public good, and calling for its protection worldwide.
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About International Day of Education
The International Day of Education is observed on January 24 each year, proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2018. It underlines education's role in building peace, promoting sustainable development, and supporting global citizenship. Each year focuses on a specific theme, such as AI in education or inclusive learning. UNESCO coordinates global events, rallying governments and institutions to renew commitments to equitable quality education for all, as outlined in Sustainable Development Goal 4.
Read more on WikipediaWhen is International Day of Education?
International Day of Education is celebrated every year on January 24. Upcoming dates:
| Year | Date | Day of week | |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Day of Education 2027 | January 24, 2027 | Sunday🎉 weekend | View date → |
| International Day of Education 2028 | January 24, 2028 | Monday | View date → |
| International Day of Education 2029 | January 24, 2029 | Wednesday | View date → |
| International Day of Education 2030 | January 24, 2030 | Thursday | View date → |
| International Day of Education 2031 | January 24, 2031 | Friday | View date → |
How to Celebrate International Day of Education
- 🎯Learn something new today — a lesson, a lecture, or a chapter of a book.
- 💡Thank a teacher or mentor who made a difference for you.
- 📣Share a favorite learning resource under #InternationalDayofEducation.
Official hashtag: #InternationalDayofEducation
Frequently Asked Questions
When is International Day of Education 2027?
International Day of Education 2027 is on Sunday, January 24, 2027.
How many days until International Day of Education?
There are 195 days until International Day of Education (January 24, 2027).
What category is International Day of Education?
International Day of Education is categorized as a Education event.
Is International Day of Education a public holiday?
International Day of Education is an observance day, not typically a public holiday. Check your country's official calendar for local public holidays.
More Education Days
International Literacy Day
September 8
UNESCO's day highlighting literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights.
World Teachers' Day
October 5
UNESCO's day honoring teachers and their central role in society.
National Grammar Day
March 4
March forth — the only date that's also a complete sentence — to celebrate good grammar.
European Day of Languages
September 26
Celebrating Europe's linguistic diversity — and encouraging everyone to learn a new language.