World Deaf Day 2024 Date: Know Significance of the Day That Raises Awareness About the Rights of Deaf People

World Deaf Day is an annual event that takes place on the last Sunday of September. The international day aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by the deaf community and to promote the rights of people with hearing impairments. World Deaf Day 2024 will be observed on Sunday, September 29. The day highlight the importance of sign language, equal access to education, employment, healthcare, and inclusion in all aspects of society for those with hearing disabilities. World Deaf Day is a part of the International Week of the Deaf, which spans the entire last week of September. It is organised by the World Federation of the Deaf (WFD). Scroll down to know more about World Deaf Day 2024 date and the significance of the international event.

World Deaf Day 2024 Date

World Deaf Day 2024 will be observed on Sunday, September 29.

World Deaf Day Significance

World Deaf Day is an important global awareness day that emphasises the need for a more inclusive society where people with hearing impairments are fully integrated into all walks of life. The day emphasises the recognition and use of sign language as a primary mode of communication for the deaf. September 2024 Festivals, Events and Holidays Calendar: Complete List of Important National and International Days and Dates. 

The day empowers the deaf community by giving them a voice and a platform to share their experiences and celebrate their identity. On this day, various activities and campaigns are conducted globally to educate people about deafness and promote understanding of contributions of the deaf community.

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