International Literacy Day
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There are 4,738 days until International Literacy Day, on Thursday, 8 September 2039.
UNESCO's day for the written word.
International Literacy Day is an international observance celebrated each year on 8 September. It was declared by UNESCO on 26 October 1966 at the 14th session of UNESCO's General Conference and celebrated for the first time in 1967. The day's aim is to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies. Celebrations take place in several countries.
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