International Literacy Day - 20 fils
Issued in 1968, this stamp commemorates International Literacy Day, observed annually on 8 September under the auspices of UNESCO. The design features a person reading a book alongside the emblems of UNESCO, the United Nations, and the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization, emphasizing the international effort to promote literacy and education. Established in 1966, International Literacy Day was created to raise awareness of the importance of literacy as a fundamental human right and an essential foundation for social and economic development.
By issuing this commemorative stamp, the State of Kuwait highlighted its commitment to education and the eradication of illiteracy. The issue celebrated the role of literacy in empowering individuals, improving opportunities, and fostering national progress, while recognizing the importance of international cooperation in expanding access to education and promoting lifelong learning.
By issuing this commemorative stamp, the State of Kuwait highlighted its commitment to education and the eradication of illiteracy. The issue celebrated the role of literacy in empowering individuals, improving opportunities, and fostering national progress, while recognizing the importance of international cooperation in expanding access to education and promoting lifelong learning.