Every year, School Day of Non-violence and Peace is celebrated in schools worldwide on January 30, aimed at motivating tomorrow’s citizens to find non-violent solutions to conflicts. The day originated in Spain and has spread across the globe. The day reminds us of the teachings of pacifists and advocates of non-violence, including Mahatma Gandhi.
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Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 30 | Tuesday |
| 2025 | January 30 | Thursday |
| 2026 | January 30 | Friday |
| 2027 | January 30 | Saturday |
| 2028 | January 30 | Sunday |
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FAQs
Llorenç Vidal Vidal, a Spanish poet, educator, and pacifist, established the day to raise awareness about nurturing an educational ecosystem that advocates non-violence and peace.
The School Day of Non-violence and Peace is celebrated on January 30, and also marks the death anniversary of the legendary Mahatma Gandhi, to pay tribute to him and remind the world about his teachings.
Every year, The International Day of Non-violence is celebrated on October 2 as per the resolution passed by the United Nations in 2007. The date also marks the birth anniversary of Gandhi.