♦ The International Day of Peace or World Peace Day, is observed annually on September 21.

♦ This day is dedicated to enhancing the global understanding of peace.

♦ The day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1981 and has been observed globally ever since.

♦ This United Nations-sanctioned holiday is dedicated to promoting world peace, emphasising the importance of resolving conflicts without violence.

♦ 2025 theme: Act Now for a Peaceful World