World Development Information Day

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2022 Date	October 24, 2022
2023 Date	October 24, 2023

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World Development Information Day in 2022

Monday, Oct 24

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World Development Information Day History

World Development Information Day seeks to raise awareness about the challenges surrounding the development of infrastructure in countries around the world. These challenges can exist within the economic, public, or social sector. This day aims to promote and encourage globalization, especially among young people, so that worldwide development can flourish.

World Development Information Day was established in 1972 by the U.N General Assembly. Their goal: strengthening international cooperation. World Development Information Day is observed annually on October 24th.

Top Tweets for World Development Information Day -

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The #GlobalGoals are our blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. More on Monday's World Development Information Day: https://t.co/2BAPdHbHU6 https://t.co/u5xfPO1lBP
— United Nations (@UN) October 24, 2022

On World Development Information Day (24/10/22) the #UNCRC calls on States Parties, specialized agencies and NGOs to reduce the digital divide in children's access to information and communications technology tools and broadband connectivity. #childrights @lexpsy https://t.co/hL0AgvBGeg
— UNChildRights (@UNChildRights1) October 23, 2022

Today is Diwali (A Festival of Lights), Food Day, Good and Plenty Day, Bologna Day, Crazy Day, Record Store Day, Take Back Your Time Day. United Nations Day, Development Information Day, Polio Day, & Tripe Day. This week is World Origami Days. Go Make a crane 😀 https://t.co/8NZtJC45xT
— Mick Mudd (@MickMudd66) October 24, 2022

World Development Information Day Facts & Quotes

Information and communications technologies have the potential to provide new solutions to development challenges, particularly in the context of globalization, and can foster economic growth, competitiveness, access to information and knowledge, poverty eradication and social inclusion - General Assembly Resolution 2010