30 March - School Day of Non-violence and Peace (Spain)

 

The School Day of Non-violence and Peace (Día Escolar de la No-violencia y la Paz, DENIP) is an observance celebrated in Spain and other countries on January 30th each year. It was founded in 1964 by Spanish poet and educator Llorenç Vidal Vidal in commemoration of the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who was a pioneer of non-violent resistance and an advocate for peace.

The aim of the School Day of Non-violence and Peace is to promote education in and for harmony, tolerance, solidarity, respect for human rights, non-violence, and peace. Schools and educational institutions across Spain organize various activities and events to raise awareness about these values and to encourage students to become active agents of positive change in their communities and the world.

DENIP serves as a reminder of the importance of fostering a culture of peace and non-violence, both within educational settings and society at large. It encourages reflection on the consequences of violence and conflict, as well as the potential of non-violent approaches to resolving conflicts and building a more just and peaceful world.