International Children’s and Elders’ Day

International Children’s and Elders’ Day

Let’s make a better place for the children to enjoy and the elderly to unwind On the 20th of November each year, children around the world are celebrated for their existence and importance to society. However, here in Sri Lanka, the day falls on the first day of...
International Translation Day

International Translation Day

“Without translation, we would be living in provinces bordering on silence.” -George Steiner International Translation Day is celebrated on September 30th each year to honor the essential role that translators and interpreters play in bridging language barriers,...
World Tourism Day

World Tourism Day

“World is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” – St. Augustin  The modern concept of tourism originated in the 17th century with the “Grand Tour.” This European tradition was not just about travel; its primary aim was to explore...
International Day of Sign Languages

International Day of Sign Languages

“You can never comprehend sign language until you understand the reason behind it.” These profound words set the stage for the celebration of the International Day of Sign Languages in 2023, with the theme, “A World Where Deaf People Everywhere Can...