The world has changed since 1966 – but our determination to provide every woman and man with the skills, capacities and opportunities to become everything they wish, in dignity and respect, remains as firm as ever. Literacy is a foundation to build a more sustainable future for all.<span class="su-quote-cite">UNESCO Director-General </span>

International Literacy Day

UNESCO International Literacy Day

Yesterday was International Literacy Day, its 50th anniversary. To mark the day, UNESCO has produced this infographic showing progress made in recent years and targets for world literacy going forward.

International Literacy Day

To learn more, visit the UNESCO website here.