International Girls in ICT Day

International Girls in ICT Day, on the fourth Thursday of April, encourages girls and young women to study and work in technology.

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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2011

About the day

The International Telecommunication Union set up the day in 2010 and first held it in 2011. Organisations around the world run events that introduce girls to careers in information and communication technology.

2026 theme

AI for Development: Girls shaping the digital future

The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Thursday 22 April 2027UK, USA, InternationalSet by a fixed rule
2028Thursday 27 April 2028UK, USA, InternationalSet by a fixed rule
2029Thursday 26 April 2029UK, USA, InternationalSet by a fixed rule

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