International Literacy Day is celebrated annually on September 8 to highlight the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights.

Literacy challenges persist with at least 773 million youngsters and adults lacking basic literacy skills.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, 617 million children and adolescents have not achieved a basic proficiency level in reading and writing.&nbsp;

History

World Literacy Day has been celebrated since 1967 as a reminder of the significance of literacy as a basic human right and to advance the literacy agenda towards a more literate and sustainable society.

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Literacy opens a world of opportunities. 
 
Everyone has the right to learn how to read and write, but far too many women &amp; girls continue to be left behind. 
 
As we mark <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LiteracyDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LiteracyDay</a>, let's renew our commitment to equitable education for all. <a href="https://t.co/oTWf9bUMhi">pic.twitter.com/oTWf9bUMhi</a>
— António Guterres (@antonioguterres) <a href="https://twitter.com/antonioguterres/status/1435440756634890241?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 8, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Literacy is a key component of the United Nation's Sustainable Goals and the UN's 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

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Basic digital skills have become essential to access life-saving information. Yet, over half of the world’s population lack those skills. 
 
On Wednesday's <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LiteracyDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LiteracyDay</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/UNESCO?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@UNESCO</a> calls for increased efforts to expand literacy &amp; digital skills for all. <a href="https://t.co/4d2GI9Wr3U">https://t.co/4d2GI9Wr3U</a> <a href="https://t.co/MP4eL6PWOk">pic.twitter.com/MP4eL6PWOk</a>
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Disruption due to pandemic

The learning of children had been disrupted due to the coronavirus pandemic at an unprecedented scale. Out of 1.09 billion,&nbsp;62.3 per cent of the world's total student population&nbsp;suffered in its&nbsp;initial stage.

The pre-existing inequalities in access to meaningful literacy learning opportunities have been magnified by the COVID-19 crisis.

The persistent digital divide infrastructure, connectivity was highlighted amid the rapid shift to distance learning amid the lockdowns all across the world during the pandemic.

Theme for International Literacy Day 2021

The theme of International Literacy Day 2021, is “Literacy for a human-centred recovery: Narrowing the digital divide.”

Exploring the contribution of literacy towards building a foundation, International Literacy Day 2021 will focus on the interplay of literacy and digital skills required by both non-literate youngsters and adults.&nbsp;

It will analyse what makes literacy enabled by technology inclusive and meaningful without discrimination and leaving anybody behind. 
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International Literacy Day is celebrated annually on September 8 to highlight the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights. Literacy challenges persist with at least 773 million youngsters and adults lacking basic literacy skills.

International Literacy Day is celebrated annually on September 8 to highlight the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights. Literacy challenges persist with at least 773 million youngsters and adults lacking basic literacy skills. Meanwhile, 617 million children and adolescents have not achieved a basic proficiency level in reading and writing. History World Literacy Day has been celebrated since 1967 as a reminder of the significance of literacy as a basic human right and to advance the literacy agenda towards a more literate and sustainable society. Literacy opens a world of opportunities. Everyone has the right to learn how to read and write, but far too many women & girls continue to be left behind. As we mark #LiteracyDay, let's renew our commitment to equitable education for all. pic.twitter.com/oTWf9bUMhi — António Guterres (@antonioguterres) September 8, 2021 × Key component Literacy is a key component of the United Nation's Sustainable Goals and the UN's 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Basic digital skills have become essential to access life-saving information. Yet, over half of the world’s population lack those skills. On Wednesday's #LiteracyDay, @UNESCO calls for increased efforts to expand literacy & digital skills for all. https://t.co/4d2GI9Wr3U pic.twitter.com/MP4eL6PWOk — United Nations (@UN) September 8, 2021 × Disruption due to pandemic The learning of children had been disrupted due to the coronavirus pandemic at an unprecedented scale. Out of 1.09 billion, 62.3 per cent of the world's total student population suffered in its initial stage. The pre-existing inequalities in access to meaningful literacy learning opportunities have been magnified by the COVID-19 crisis. The persistent digital divide infrastructure, connectivity was highlighted amid the rapid shift to distance learning amid the lockdowns all across the world during the pandemic. Theme for International Literacy Day 2021 The theme of International Literacy Day 2021, is “Literacy for a human-centred recovery: Narrowing the digital divide.” Exploring the contribution of literacy towards building a foundation, International Literacy Day 2021 will focus on the interplay of literacy and digital skills required by both non-literate youngsters and adults. It will analyse what makes literacy enabled by technology inclusive and meaningful without discrimination and leaving anybody behind.

International Literacy Day 2021: Relevance, history and themes across the world

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Cant be used with World Literacy Day tag. It&#39;s not World Literature Day. But it&#39;s a good idea. One we can put together as a list for weekend reading every week. 
 
Take out the names in the images. May be each person suggesting a book can give a para on why they like this book. And it should be about the book, their personal impressions of it, and if possible, what difference it made to their lives (Books can change lives, give shape and sense to the muddle of our thoughts). 
 
The names should be carried with correct designations in the captions. 
 
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As the world celebrates the 50th International Literacy Day under the banner &ldquo;Reading the Past, Writing the Future&rdquo;,&nbsp;here&#39;s a sneak peek into what WION loves to read. 
 
1. The Bell Jar 
 
Why you shouldn&rsquo;t miss it: I read this book because someone told me that this is a book that every modern woman must read. 
 
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2.&nbsp;Angela&#39;s Ashes 
 
Why you shouldn&rsquo;t miss it: It&rsquo;s a riveting read that takes you from Brooklyn, New York to Limerick, Ireland, all through the perspective of a young Catholic boy grappling with poverty, religion and a complicated family dynamic.&nbsp; 
 
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3.&nbsp;The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night time 
 
Why you shouldn&rsquo;t miss it: The book is written from the point of view of an autistic boy, Christopher, &nbsp;who sets out to investigate the death of a dog that he discovers in his home&#39;s backyard. The book is heartbreakingly tender and realistic without being overly cute. Also, there are illustrations and diagrams which make the read all the more compelling. 
 
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4.&nbsp;West of Kabul, East of New York 
 
Why you shouldn&rsquo;t miss it: This book gives one a great sense of the culture of the east and the west. It&rsquo;s a marriage of the two worlds. 
 
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5.&nbsp;Blindness&nbsp; 
 
Why you shouldn&rsquo;t miss it: Every time you read this book, there will be a different facet to discover. The metaphors and non-conformative narrative set this novel apart.&nbsp; 
 
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6.&nbsp;The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie &nbsp;Society? 
 
Why you shouldn&rsquo;t miss it: It is difficult to explain this book. It&rsquo;s an experience which leaves one searching for something similar. 
 
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7.&nbsp;Neapolitan Novels 
 
Why you shouldn&rsquo;t miss it: It is a series of four books that takes you through the historical journey starting from second world war through intense human experiences. 
 
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8.&nbsp;Murakami 
 
Why you shouldn&rsquo;t miss it: Fascinating modern day author, riveting content and dynamic characters are enough to keep you hooked to the book. 
 
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9.&nbsp;The Forty Rules of Love 
 
Why you shouldn&rsquo;t miss it:&nbsp;The book talks of the platonic relationship between the famous Sufi poet Rumi and a darvesh called Shams of Tabraiz. It chronicles the journey of Rumi giving up his life as a renowned Islamic scholar and becoming a mystical poet, influenced by the company of Tabraiz. 
 
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10.&nbsp;The Cinderella Complex&nbsp; 
 
Why you shouldn&rsquo;t miss it:&nbsp;It&#39;s a book every girl/woman should read. This book talks about the dependency and unrealistic expectations girls develop living in this world. 
 
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Contributions by Kandarp Rustogi &amp; Ashna Mishra 
 
(WION Edge) 
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"I think stories can grow out of the visual. It can be an engine for literacy" ? Chris Riddell, illustrator

DONT PUBLISH. CHANGES REQUIRED Cant be used with World Literacy Day tag. It's not World Literature Day. But it's a good idea. One we can put together as a list for weekend reading every week. Take out the names in the images. May be each person suggesting a book can give a para on why they like this book. And it should be about the book, their personal impressions of it, and if possible, what difference it made to their lives (Books can change lives, give shape and sense to the muddle of our thoughts). The names should be carried with correct designations in the captions. Anuradha TEXT starts As the world celebrates the 50th International Literacy Day under the banner “Reading the Past, Writing the Future”, here's a sneak peek into what WION loves to read. 1. The Bell Jar Why you shouldn’t miss it: I read this book because someone told me that this is a book that every modern woman must read. 2. Angela's Ashes Why you shouldn’t miss it: It’s a riveting read that takes you from Brooklyn, New York to Limerick, Ireland, all through the perspective of a young Catholic boy grappling with poverty, religion and a complicated family dynamic. 3. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night time Why you shouldn’t miss it: The book is written from the point of view of an autistic boy, Christopher, who sets out to investigate the death of a dog that he discovers in his home's backyard. The book is heartbreakingly tender and realistic without being overly cute. Also, there are illustrations and diagrams which make the read all the more compelling. 4. West of Kabul, East of New York Why you shouldn’t miss it: This book gives one a great sense of the culture of the east and the west. It’s a marriage of the two worlds. 5. Blindness Why you shouldn’t miss it: Every time you read this book, there will be a different facet to discover. The metaphors and non-conformative narrative set this novel apart. 6. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society? Why you shouldn’t miss it: It is difficult to explain this book. It’s an experience which leaves one searching for something similar. 7. Neapolitan Novels Why you shouldn’t miss it: It is a series of four books that takes you through the historical journey starting from second world war through intense human experiences. 8. Murakami Why you shouldn’t miss it: Fascinating modern day author, riveting content and dynamic characters are enough to keep you hooked to the book. 9. The Forty Rules of Love Why you shouldn’t miss it: The book talks of the platonic relationship between the famous Sufi poet Rumi and a darvesh called Shams of Tabraiz. It chronicles the journey of Rumi giving up his life as a renowned Islamic scholar and becoming a mystical poet, influenced by the company of Tabraiz. 10. The Cinderella Complex Why you shouldn’t miss it: It's a book every girl/woman should read. This book talks about the dependency and unrealistic expectations girls develop living in this world. Contributions by Kandarp Rustogi & Ashna Mishra (WION Edge)

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International Literacy Day 2021: Relevance, history and themes across the world

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