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Global Media and Information Literacy Week

Join the worldwide movement to promote media and information literacy during Global Media and Information Literacy Week - let's stay informed together!

Saturday

24–31

October 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEOctober 24-31

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYAwareness

SUBCATEGORYPublic Health

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to expand your knowledge and understanding of media and information on October 24 for Global Media and Information Literacy Week! This annual event was first organized by UNESCO in 2012 and has since been celebrated around the world. It aims to promote critical thinking, creativity, and access to information for all individuals. In today's digital age, it is more important than ever to have media and information literacy skills in order to navigate through the vast amount of content available online. So why not take this opportunity to learn something new and become a more informed global citizen?

TIMELINE

Global Media and Information Literacy Week Timeline

Inception of Global MIL Week

UNESCO organizes the first Global Media and Information Literacy Week (MIL) to spotlight the importance of knowledge and understanding of media and information.

First Global MIL Forum

UNESCO holds the first Global MIL Forum in Nigeria to discuss the need for greater media and information literacy across the globe.

Expanded Participation

Global participation in the week-long event increases, with activities and events being held in many countries around the world.

Global MIL Week Youth Agenda Forum

The first Global MIL Week Youth Agenda Forum is held, empowering young people to promote critical thinking and media literacy.

Data Literacy Focus

Data literacy is emphasized during this year's Global MIL Week, addressing the increasing importance of understanding data in the information age.

Pandemic Highlights Importance

The COVID-19 pandemic underscores the importance of media and information literacy in battling misinformation and fake news during crisis periods.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Global Media and Information Literacy Week

Host a film screening

Organize a film screening of a documentary or movie that promotes media and information literacy. This can be a great way to start conversations and educate others about the importance of this topic.

CREATE

Create a social media campaign

Use your social media platforms to spread awareness about Global Media and Information Literacy Week. Share facts, statistics, and helpful tips on how to improve media and information literacy skills.

ORGANIZE

Organize a workshop or seminar

Partner with local schools, libraries, or community centers to hold a workshop or seminar on media and information literacy. Invite experts to speak and provide resources for attendees to continue learning after the event.

START

Start a book club

Choose a book that focuses on media and information literacy and start a book club with friends or colleagues. This can be a fun and engaging way to learn and discuss important topics.

CREATE

Create an interactive game

Design a game that challenges players to think critically about media and information they encounter. This can be a fun and creative way to promote media and information literacy skills.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why Global Media and Information Literacy Week is Important

It empowers individuals to be informed citizens

By promoting media and information literacy, this week empowers individuals to be active and engaged citizens in their communities. It encourages people to seek out diverse perspectives, question authority, and make informed decisions based on reliable information.

It promotes critical thinking skills

Global Media and Information Literacy Week encourages individuals to think critically about the media they consume. By promoting the development of critical thinking skills, it helps people become more discerning and responsible consumers of information.

It raises awareness about fake news

In today's digital age, it can be difficult to distinguish between what is real and what is fake. Global Media and Information Literacy Week aims to educate people about the dangers of fake news and how to spot it, helping to combat the spread of misinformation.

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