International Mother Language Day 2025 Date and Theme: Languages play a crucial role in both education and sustainable development, serving as the main communication channels for knowledge dissemination and cultural preservation. Presently, there are about 8,324 languages globally, yet several face the threat of extinction as a result of globalisation and evolving societal dynamics. 🌍There are 7,000 languages spoken worldwide—but only 351 are used in education. Millions of learners are being taught in a language they don’t understand. Learning starts with mother-tongue-based #education, because languages matter! #MotherLanguageDay pic.twitter.com/fRqR6RPlxc — UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳 (@UNESCO) February 20, 2025 To recognize the value of linguistic diversity and take measures to protect these languages for future generations, International Mother Language Day is celebrated every year globally on February 21, and this year, 2025, it will be observed on Friday, the same date. Established by UNESCO to highlight the importance of languages in our lives, this year marks the 25th anniversary of International Mother Language Day; here's all you need to know. International Mother Language Day 2025: Origin and Theme In recognition of the Bengali people’s struggle for their language and culture, in November 1999, the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) declared International Mother Language Day, which the UN General Assembly further recognised in a 2002 resolution. READ: International Mother Language Day: How ‘Ekushey February’ helped form Bangladesh’s national consciousness The year 2025 marks the 25th anniversary of International Mother Language Day, with the theme "Silver Jubilee Celebration of International Mother Language Day," commemorating a quarter-century of dedicated efforts to preserve linguistic diversity and promote mother tongue use. International Mother Language Day 2025: Significance and Celebrations International Mother Language Day highlights the importance of linguistic heritage and cultural identity. This day serves as a global reminder of the need to protect and promote languages that are at risk of disappearing, fostering respect for multilingualism and cultural diversity. Various events and activities are planned worldwide to engage communities in discussions, workshops, and performances that celebrate their unique languages and promote awareness of the need to protect them. TRENDING: Top 10 most widely spoken languages in the world
