06 April 2021 –
“Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to unite the world in a way that little else does.”- Nelson Mandela
The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace was proclaimed in 2013 by the United Nations. It is celebrated annually on April 6th, a day that was originally used to celebrate physical activity in the world as it coincides with the first day of the first Olympic Games in 1896.
The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace celebrates sports and their wider contribution to education, human development, and a healthy lifestyle. The observance also raises awareness of the positive influences of sport on the advancement of human rights. Additionally, it encourages social inclusion, fair play, and team spirit.