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Promoting a richer, multilingual internet for all. Our events are hosted in partnership with UNESCO and bring together Indigenous communities, researchers, technologists and policy makers.
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Latest event · Virtual
International Translation Day 2026
Linguistic Diversity and Language Rights: The Power of Being Understood
The event highlights how translation, interpretation, and language access help protect linguistic diversity and support Indigenous language revitalization.
Event page →Past events
2024
- International Translation DayTranslation, an art worth protecting: moral and material rights for Indigenous languages.The event focused on prominent ethical issues in the context of copyright, data collection and use of translated works.
- World Day of Cultural DiversityIndigenous languages and technology: opportunities for accessibility and diversityThe event drew attention to the critical situation of Indigenous languages by presenting a range of topics related to translation, preservation and revitalization of Indigenous languages.
2023
- World Day of Indigenous PeopleUnveiling the Many Faces of Humanity: Translation and Interpretation in Indigenous LanguagesThe event focused on Asia and highlighted the importance of bringing Indigenous texts in the foreground by addressing stakeholder accountability, technological know-how and adaptation to changing context.
- International Translation DayTranslation, an art worth protecting: moral and material rights for Indigenous languages.The Event provided the context of power dynamics in translation for indigenous languages and shed light on the intricate issues within the translation process, particularly for Indigenous language communities.
Why UNESCO’s International Days matter
International Days — including International Translation Day and the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples — raise vital awareness for linguistic diversity and give communities a global stage.
Who attends
- Indigenous community speakers
- Researchers and academics
- Technology professionals
- Policy makers and educators
- Linguists and advocates
- Supporters and sponsors