An international day honoring the role of UN member state delegates in advancing peace and international cooperation.
Date25 April
TopicPeace & Safety
Established2019
Ways to observe this day
Learn how the UN General Assembly and its delegates operate
Follow a UN discussion or session on an important global issue
Encourage young people interested in international relations to learn about diplomacy
Read about the San Francisco Conference and the founding of the UN
In April 2019, the UN General Assembly adopted resolution 73/286, designating April 25 as International Delegate's Day, commemorating the opening of the 1945 San Francisco Conference, where delegates from fifty nations gathered to negotiate the UN Charter and the Statute of the International Court of Justice — the meeting that laid the foundations of today's multilateral international system.
The day raises awareness of the role played by member states' delegates at the United Nations, who work toward the organization's core purposes: maintaining international peace and security, promoting respect for human rights, and encouraging international cooperation on economic, social, and cultural matters. It also highlights the continuous diplomatic work carried out behind the scenes in negotiating international resolutions and treaties.
The United Nations marks the day with informational events at its offices worldwide, explaining the work of delegates and diplomatic missions, along with educational materials aimed at bringing UN diplomatic work closer to the public.