International Day for Tolerance
The International Day for Tolerance on 16 November promotes respect for the world's diverse cultures and action against intolerance.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserUNESCO
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held1996
About the day
The UN General Assembly proclaimed the day in 1996. It marks the UNESCO Declaration of Principles on Tolerance, adopted on 16 November 1995.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday 16 November 2026 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2027 | Tuesday 16 November 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Thursday 16 November 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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