National Revival Day
November 17, Monday
Basic information
* The holiday is celebrated annually on November 17.
* It is associated with mass demonstrations and socio-political movements of the late 1980s aimed at restoring the state and national rights of Azerbaijan.
* National Revival Day is a state commemorative day but is not an official public holiday.
* On this day, events are held to strengthen historical memory and national consciousness.
History and origin
* The late 1980s marked a period of intensified national movement in Azerbaijan.
* During this time, mass protest actions began, demanding the restoration of rights to self-determination, democratic freedoms, and national independence.
* November 17 is considered a symbolic date marking the beginning of a new stage of the country's national revival.
* These events laid the foundation for subsequent political reforms and the strengthening of Azerbaijan's sovereignty in the early 1990s.
Significance of the holiday
* National Revival Day emphasizes the importance of national unity in the pursuit of freedom and independence.
* It symbolizes the strength of national consciousness and commitment to democratic values.
* It helps preserve historical memory and pass it on to the younger generation.
* It serves as a reminder of the importance of an active civic position for the development of the state.
How the day is celebrated
* In the capital and other cities of Azerbaijan, commemorative events, exhibitions, and lectures are held dedicated to the history of the national movement.
* Meetings with participants of historical events and public figures are organized, where they share experiences of the struggle for independence and human rights.
* Educational institutions hold discussions and thematic lessons about the significance of national revival.
* Media publish articles, documentaries, and interviews dedicated to the events of the late 1980s and the formation of national identity.
National Revival Day in other years
- 2021 November 17, Wednesday
- 2022 November 17, Thursday
- 2023 November 17, Friday
- 2024 November 17, Sunday
- 2026 November 17, Tuesday