International Development Week 2025: Celebrating Canada's Contributions to Global Sustainability
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | International Development Week (IDW) 2025 will be observed from February 2nd to February 8th, highlighting Canada's contributions to global development. |
| Organizer | Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA), in collaboration with Global Affairs Canada and various stakeholders. |
| History & Establishment | - Initiated in 1990 by CIDA, which was established in 1968 to manage Canada's official development assistance (ODA). |
| - The first official celebration took place in 1998. | |
| - Focuses on poverty reduction, gender equality, education, health, and climate action. | |
| Theme for 2025 | Yet to be announced, but expected to align with the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). |
| Sub-Themes for 2025 | 1. Gender Equality - Promoting equal opportunities and rights for all genders. |
| 2. Education - Ensuring access to quality education for all. | |
| 3. Health - Improving global health outcomes and access to healthcare. | |
| 4. Economic Resilience - Building sustainable and inclusive economies. | |
| 5. Climate Action - Addressing environmental sustainability. | |
| Significance | - Celebrates Canada's contributions to humanitarian and development efforts worldwide. |
| - Aims to engage Canadians in global development initiatives. | |
| Activities & Events | - Workshops, seminars, cultural activities, and community outreach programs across Canada and globally. |