Memorial date

World Book and Copyright Day (UNESCO)

Date: April 23, 2027

Time zone: Europe/Kyiv

Organizer: UNESCO

23 April is World Book and Copyright Day, celebrated by UNESCO to promote reading, publishing, and the protection of literary and intellectual property.

The day highlights the importance of books as a means of sharing knowledge, preserving cultural heritage, encouraging dialogue, and connecting people across generations and cultures.

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