World Development Information Day

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Related Hashtags	#Development, #Information, #GlobalGoals
2022 Date	24 October 2022
2023 Date	24 October 2023

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World Development Information Day in 2022

Monday, 24 Oct

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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.

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— Science Animated (@Sci_Ani) October 24, 2022

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

Today is World Development Information Day. Modern slavery often has the same root causes as international development issues, so sharing information is key. Read our briefing on #modernslavery & international development 👇 https://t.co/LoNByKRAr5
— Modern Slavery PEC (@SlaveryPEC) 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