Discover the meaning and history of International Literacy Day, as well as the activities and themes for the 2024 commemoration. Let’s work together to raise literacy awareness around the world.
Assalamu’alaikum, SafarFriendly Friends,
Have you heard about International Literacy Day? Every year, on September 8, the world celebrates as a form of appreciation for the importance of literacy in our lives. Let’s talk more about the history, meaning, and what activities we can do to commemorate this important day.
History of International Literacy Day

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History of International Literacy Day began in 1966 when UNESCO designated September 8 as a day to raise awareness of the importance of literacy. At the time, literacy was seen as the key to overcoming global challenges, from poverty to gender inequality. As Muslims, we are also taught to always seek knowledge, because with literacy, we can understand more deeply the teachings of religion and apply them in everyday life.
Meaning

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What exactly is the meaning of Literacy Day? This day is not just a commemoration, but also an invitation to all of us to play an active role in improving literacy levels, especially in countries that still face major challenges in education. Literacy is not just about being able to read and write, but also the ability to understand, criticize and innovate through the information we get.
International Literacy Day 2024 theme

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Every year, it is celebrated with a different theme. For International Literacy Day 2024, the theme is “Literacy for Sustainability”. This theme reminds us that literacy has an important role in realizing sustainable development, from economic, social, to environmental aspects. As Muslims, this is a moment for us to contribute to creating a better world through sustainable literacy.
Activities

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How can we take part in this activity? There are many ways, from attending literacy seminars, donating books to disadvantaged children, and spreading awareness about the importance of literacy on social media. You can also take part in di scussions or workshops on the theme. Through these activities, we can help spread the message of the importance of literacy to more people.
Conclusion

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Friends of SafarFriendly, important moment that we should celebrate with enthusiasm. By understanding and participating in various activities, we can contribute to improving literacy levels, not only in our neighborhoods, but also around the world. Let’s make International Literacy Day 2024 the first step towards realizing a better world through literacy.
Wassalamu’alaikum.