World Press Freedom Day is observed annually on 3 May. Its main celebration is organized by the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

The Day serves as a reminder to governments of the need to respect their commitment to press freedom and is also a day of reflection among media professionals about issues of press freedom and professional ethics.

World Press Freedom Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in 1993, following the recommendation of UNESCO’s General Conference in 1991 (UNESCO 26 C/Resolution 4.3).

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date: 3 May 2023
location: worldwide
www: https://www.un.org/en/observances/press-freedom-day