International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) 2024: Significance and Observance
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) |
| Date | September 28 |
| Proclaimed by | 74th United Nations General Assembly (October 2019) |
| Initially declared by | UNESCO (2015) |
| Theme for 2024 | "Mainstreaming Access to Information and Participation in the Public Sector" |
| Key Focus Areas | Freedom of expression, media freedom, democratic participation |
| Hashtags | #IDUAI, #28September, #RightToKnow, #OnlineSpace, #AccessToInfoDay, #ArtificialIntelligence |
| Global Conference | 2024 Global Conference on Universal Access to Information |
| Host | Government of Ghana in collaboration with UNESCO |
| Conference Dates | October 1-2, 2024 |
| Conference Focus | Evaluating progress since UN Sustainable Development Agenda |
| Objectives | - Mainstream ATI laws across government sectors |
| - Role of non-governmental actors in ATI implementation | |
| - Highlight African experiences in promoting peaceful, inclusive societies | |
| Challenges | Limited resources, bureaucratic hurdles, lack of awareness among citizens |
| Solutions Proposed | - Enhance education and awareness |
| - Strengthen legal frameworks | |
| - Foster collaboration among stakeholders | |
| - Leverage technology and digital platforms |