International Day of Non-Violence

International Day of Non-Violence
International Non-Violence Day is observed on the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi
Observed by	All UN Member States
Date	2 October
Frequency	annual

International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. It was established on 15 June 2007 according to United Nations General Assembly resolution A/RES/61/271. The day is an occasion to "disseminate the message of non-violence...through education and public awareness...and reaffirm the desire for a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and non-violence".^[1] It is not a public holiday, but is observed around the world in various ways, often to draw attention to global issues.^[2] Its date and purpose correspond with those of the Indian national public holiday of Gandhi Jayanti.