Important Days 26 October 2026
Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2026 Observed from October 24 to 31
Why in the News?
UNESCO’s annual **Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week 2026** is being observed worldwide from **24 to 31 October 2026**.
Key Features / Major Points:
- 2026 Theme: **“We All Play a Part – Media and Information Literacy for the People”**.
- Format & Nature: Organized as a Category IV International Congress under a hybrid (online and in-person) format.
- Core Objective: Aims to mobilize worldwide stakeholders to raise awareness, accelerate national adoption, and celebrate progress toward universal Media and Information Literacy.
- Decentralized Approach: The 2026 edition adopts a participatory framework bringing together interconnected regional and thematic events led by UNESCO offices and partners globally.
- Target Stakeholders: Engages policymakers, educators, researchers, journalists, youth, digital content creators, media regulators, parents, and civil society organizations.
Static GK Facts:
- UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization): Founded - November 16, 1945 | Headquarters - Paris, France | Director-General - Khaled El-Enany.
- Genesis of MIL Week: First initiated by UNESCO in 2011 in Fez, Morocco.
- UN General Assembly Recognition: The UNGA officially proclaimed October 24–31 as Global Media and Information Literacy Week in 2021.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: When is Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2026 commemorated by UNESCO?
A: October 24 to 31, 2026
Q: What is the official theme for Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2026?
A: “We All Play a Part – Media and Information Literacy for the People”
Q: Where is the headquarters of UNESCO situated?
A: Paris, France
Q: Who is the current Director-General of UNESCO?
A: Khaled El-Enany
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