
International Right to Know Day
International Right to Know Day, observed annually on September 28, promotes the public's ability to access information held by governments. It emphasizes transparency, accountability, and the importance of citizens being informed about governmental decisions, policies, and activities that affect their lives. The day encourages governments worldwide to uphold laws that allow people to request and receive information, fostering trust and participatory democracy. By highlighting the right to access public information, it aims to strengthen governance and ensure that power remains accountable to the people.