World Computer Literacy Day - Digital education for all

Education and awareness-raising

December 2 is World Computer Literacy Day - a global day of action that draws attention to the relevance of digital skills in our modern society. In times of advancing digitalization, IT skills are essential in order to be successful both professionally and privately.

Raising awareness

This day was launched in 2001 to raise awareness of the digital divide. In many parts of the world, people still do not have access to computers or do not have the necessary skills to use digital technologies. This is exactly where World Computer Literacy Day comes in: It aims to help close this gap and give as many people as possible access to the digital world.

Access to technology is often limited, especially in developing countries and rural areas. It is mainly women and older people who are often excluded from technological education opportunities. World Computer Literacy Day aims to provide these groups with a platform and help them to find their way in the digital world.