International Day for Universal Access to Information

September 28, Sunday

International Day for Universal Access to Information is a global observance aimed at raising awareness about the importance of open access to information, ensuring transparency, education, and democratic participation. The day is celebrated annually on September 28.

History of the holiday
The idea of the day arose as part of initiatives by international organizations seeking to ensure free access to information for all people regardless of country, social status, or education. The holiday emphasizes the need for laws and technologies that allow citizens to obtain reliable information about governmental, scientific, and social issues.

Significance of the holiday
International Day for Universal Access to Information highlights:

* the right of every person to access information
* the importance of transparency in government operations
* the necessity of educational and scientific resources in open access
* the role of information in the development of democracy and society as a whole

How it is celebrated

* conferences, seminars, and webinars on transparency and open data are held
* organizations publish reports and statistics in open access
* educational institutions conduct events and lectures about the importance of free access to information
* activists and NGOs run campaigns to inform citizens about their rights to access information

Interesting facts

* The holiday is supported by the UN and a number of international human rights organizations
* Access to information is considered one of the key factors in combating corruption
* On this day, interactive platforms and databases are often published for free public use

International Day for Universal Access to Information Official website

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International Day for Universal Access to Information in other years

2021 September 28, Tuesday
2022 September 28, Wednesday
2023 September 28, Thursday
2024 September 28, Saturday
2026 September 28, Monday

International Day for Universal Access to Information in other countries