January
2026 / 01 / 24
International Day
International Day of Education
The International Day of Education was established by a resolution of the United Nations General Assembly in December 2018 and is observed annuy on January 24. The establishment of this day aims to highlight the pivotal role of education in achieving peace and development goals, and to remind the international community of persisting global issues such as educational inequality, out-of-school children, and education quality. Its background stems from the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which lists 'ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for ' as a key objective. The International Day of Education emphasizes that education is a fundamental human right and a crucial driver for social progress, economic growth, gender equality, and global citizenship awareness.
Common ways of observance include: high-level conferences and forums organized by the United Nations and related agencies; seminars, awareness campaigns, or open days organized by national governments, non-governmental organizations, and schools; special media coverage; and the use of social media hashtags such as #EducationDay to share educational stories and advocacy messages.
Businesses can leverage this occasion for public relations communication to showcase their social responsibility and values. Specific activities may include: 1) Publishing corporate social responsibility reports, highlighting investments in the education sector, such as scholarships, employee training, STEM programs, or support for schools in remote areas; 2) Partnering with educational non-profit organizations to host public welfare events or fundraising campaigns, including matching employee donations; 3) Launching online campaigns on social media, such as inviting employees to share learning experiences, hosting online lectures on educational topics, or organizing knowledge quizzes; 4) Offering promotions or services related to education, such as limited-time free access to learning software or donations of educational hardware; 5) Having executives participate in industry forums or publish signed articles elaborating on the importance of education for industry innovation and sustainable development. These activities help enhance corporate brand image, strengthen employee cohesion, and build connections with stakeholders who value education.
Common ways of observance include: high-level conferences and forums organized by the United Nations and related agencies; seminars, awareness campaigns, or open days organized by national governments, non-governmental organizations, and schools; special media coverage; and the use of social media hashtags such as #EducationDay to share educational stories and advocacy messages.
Businesses can leverage this occasion for public relations communication to showcase their social responsibility and values. Specific activities may include: 1) Publishing corporate social responsibility reports, highlighting investments in the education sector, such as scholarships, employee training, STEM programs, or support for schools in remote areas; 2) Partnering with educational non-profit organizations to host public welfare events or fundraising campaigns, including matching employee donations; 3) Launching online campaigns on social media, such as inviting employees to share learning experiences, hosting online lectures on educational topics, or organizing knowledge quizzes; 4) Offering promotions or services related to education, such as limited-time free access to learning software or donations of educational hardware; 5) Having executives participate in industry forums or publish signed articles elaborating on the importance of education for industry innovation and sustainable development. These activities help enhance corporate brand image, strengthen employee cohesion, and build connections with stakeholders who value education.
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