The field of Science has provided powerful means for solving many of
the challenges facing humanity, from food security to diseases such as
AIDS, from pollution to the proliferation of weapons. Scientific
research and technology drive today’s economies and serve as twin
pillars of progress for advances in knowledge for all humankind. World
Science Day for Peace and Development provides an opportunity for
scientific organizations, scientists, governments and civil society to
join together in reaffirming - in the words of the UN Charter - the
crucial contribution of science to the promotion of “social progress and
better standards of life in larger freedom”, including freedom from the
scourge of war and conflict. The World Science Day for Peace
and Development (WSDPD) is annually held on November 10 to raise
awareness of the benefits of science worldwide. The WSDPD is also known as World Science Day.
History - It was recommended at the World Conference on Science in Budapest in 1999 recognition was required for the need for a new compact between science and society. It was discussed at the conference that a World Science Day would help strengthen commitments to attain the Declaration on Science and the Use of Scientific Knowledge’s goals and to pursue the Science Agenda: Framework for Action’s recommendations. Following the World Conference on Science, UNESCO established the WSDPD through a proclamation at a general conference in 2001. The WSDPD was to be served a reminder of the organization’s mandate and commitment to science. The day was first celebrated on November 10, 2002 and has been held annually on November 10 since then.
Events - The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) works with people, government agencies and organizations to promote the WSDPD each year.
The WSDPD celebrations include:
History - It was recommended at the World Conference on Science in Budapest in 1999 recognition was required for the need for a new compact between science and society. It was discussed at the conference that a World Science Day would help strengthen commitments to attain the Declaration on Science and the Use of Scientific Knowledge’s goals and to pursue the Science Agenda: Framework for Action’s recommendations. Following the World Conference on Science, UNESCO established the WSDPD through a proclamation at a general conference in 2001. The WSDPD was to be served a reminder of the organization’s mandate and commitment to science. The day was first celebrated on November 10, 2002 and has been held annually on November 10 since then.
Events - The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) works with people, government agencies and organizations to promote the WSDPD each year.
The WSDPD celebrations include:
- Open days to highlight science’s important role in peace and development.
- Classroom discussions to emphasize how science and technology affect daily life.
- Distributing the WSDPD posters throughout tertiary institutions, school campuses, and public venues.
- Arranged science museum visits to commemorate the day.
- Visits to local schools on careers in science or scientific presentations.
Some governments have, in the past, used World Science Day to
publicly affirm their commitment to increased support for scientific
initiatives that help society, as well as launch new science policy
programs together with scientific institutions, civil society,
universities and schools.
Symbols - Various images promoting science and technology are seen in World Science Day posters. The UNESCO logo is also seen on promotional material associated with the day. The logo features the words “UNESCO” pictured as part of a temple building or structure. The words “United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization” are presented underneath this image.
Symbols - Various images promoting science and technology are seen in World Science Day posters. The UNESCO logo is also seen on promotional material associated with the day. The logo features the words “UNESCO” pictured as part of a temple building or structure. The words “United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization” are presented underneath this image.
