Every successful community has a foundation of education which is why an annual day was created for people to understand the role that education plays in their lives , what potential exists through education as well as why education is valuable to individuals and to society. The International Day of Education is celebrated on January 24 each year.
Honors the transformative power of education and its role in creating hope, opportunity, and equality. Education is the foundation upon which knowledge, values, and character are built. It empowers individuals to think independently, question the world around them, and contribute positively to society. Also, it helps develop responsible citizens who contribute to national growth. Education also strengthens communities and nations. It promotes peace, tolerance, and mutual understanding by teaching respect for different cultures and perspectives.
Educated citizens are more likely to participate in civic life and support sustainable development.
This year focuses on the powerful role of young people in shaping the future of learning. Under the theme “The power of youth in co-creating education.”
Young people make up more than half of the world’s population, and their insights, creativity, and leadership can help make education more relevant, inclusive and forward-looking. This theme highlights the importance of involving youth meaningfully in decisions.
From early childhood to higher learning, education plays a vital role in shaping our future. It helps break social barriers, reduce inequality. Investing in education is investing in humanity itself.
As our world continues to change and adapt through new technologies and innovation, education is the best way to support that change and that investment in education leads to new ideas and innovations. Every educated child today is becoming an innovative leader or change agent to make improvements in their communities and ultimately help create the world that we want to live in, and today is a day to celebrate why we should continue to invest in education.
Here are some quotes about Education…..
• Nelson Mandela : “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world,” emphasizing its role in social progress.
• Albert Einstein : “Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think,” highlighting the importance of critical thinking.
Education has the power to turn hope into action, curiosity into discovery, and potential into achievement.
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Rtr. Mindana Perera
(Junior Blog Team Member 2025-26)
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Rtr. Mesandi Nikagoda
(Junior Blog Team Member 2025-26)
