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September 8 of every year is declared as National Literacy Day (Proclamation No. 1886, s. 1979)
The law says:
PROCLAMATION NO. 1886
DECLARING SEPTEMBER 8 OF EVERY YEAR AS NATIONAL LITERACY DAY
WHEREAS, the World Conference of Ministers of Education on the Eradication of Illiteracy under the auspices of the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) held in Teheran in 1965 recommended the observance of one day in the year as International Literacy Day, to afford the member-States of UNESCO and non-governmental organizations an opportunity to draw public attention to the scope and importance of the literacy campaign;
WHEREAS, since September 8, 1967 of every year in the Philippines has been observed by various organizations in the Philippines as International Literacy Day, in conformity with the spirit of the Teheran declaration; and
WHEREAS, the problem of functional illiteracy is still paramount in the Philippines owing to various factors militating against our campaign to achieve universal literacy;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, FERDINAND E. MARCOS, President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby declare September 8 of every year as National Literacy Day in the Philippines, which shall be an occasion for reviewing the progress that has been made and deciding on further objectives for the gradual reduction and ultimate eradication of illiteracy as a factor militating against economic, social and cultural development
I designate the Ministry of Education and Culture, and the UNESCO National Commission of the Philippines, to provide the organizational framework within which appropriate celebrations may be made and the objectives of the observance propagated. I hereby authorize the Minister of Education and Culture to call on all governmental agencies as well as non-governmental organizations to extend support and assistance in attaining the objectives of National Literacy Day. (Proclamation No. 1886, s. 1979)
Every year on September 8th, the Philippines celebrates National Literacy Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the importance of literacy in the lives of individuals and the development of society. This significant occasion was established through Proclamation No. 1886, issued in 1979, underlining the government’s commitment to eradicating illiteracy and promoting education for all. National Literacy Day serves as a reminder of the transformative power of literacy and the ongoing efforts to make quality education accessible to all Filipinos.
National Literacy Day holds great significance as it underscores the critical role of literacy in personal growth, economic development, and social progress. Literacy empowers individuals by providing them with the knowledge and skills needed to participate fully in their communities and the workforce. It is a fundamental human right and a catalyst for reducing poverty, improving health outcomes, and fostering gender equality.
National Literacy Day reminds us that literacy is not just a skill; it is a pathway to empowerment, progress, and equality. As we observe this day, let us reaffirm our dedication to eradicating illiteracy and ensuring that every Filipino has the opportunity to unlock their full potential through the power of education.
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