Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

The World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development is observed every year on May 21. Established by the United Nations in 2002 following the 2001 Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity, this day promotes intercultural dialogue, peace, and sustainable development. It emphasizes embracing cultural differences and fostering inclusion and global cooperation. The observance aligns with the UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions, encouraging governance for culture, mobility of artists, integration of culture in development, and protection of cultural rights worldwide.