International Day of Sign Languages 2021: Theme, history, significance and all you need to know

The International Day of Sign Languages is observed on September 23 every year. International Day of Sign Languages 2021: Theme The 2021 theme, declared by the World Federation of the Deaf, is “We Sign For Human Rights,” highlighting how each of us deaf and hearing people around the world — can work together hand in hand to promote the recognition of our right to use sign languages in all areas of life. International Day of Sign Languages: History The first International Day of Sign Language was observed across the world on September 23, 2018, with the theme “With Sign Language, Everyone is Included!” The day was celebrated as part of the International Week of the Deaf, which will take place on 24-30 September. The International Week of the Deaf was first celebrated in September 1958 and has since evolved into a global movement of deaf unity The United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed 23 September as the International Day of Sign Languages intending to raise awareness of the significance of sign language in the full realization of the human rights of people who are deaf. The first International Day of Sign Languages was celebrated on September 23, 2018, as part of the International Week of the Deaf, which will take place on 24-30 September.