International Jazz Day

International Jazz Day set to 30 April during the UNESCO General Conference in November 2011 in order to highlight jazz and its diplomatic role of uniting people in all corners of the globe; this annual celebration began in 2012.

''International Jazz Day brings together communities, schools, artists, historians, academics, and jazz enthusiasts all over the world to celebrate and learn about jazz and its roots, future and impact; raise awareness of the need for inter-cultural dialogue and mutual understanding; and reinforce international cooperation and communication. This international art form is recognised for promoting peace, dialogue among cultures, diversity, and respect for human rights and human dignity, eradicating discrimination, promoting freedom of expression, fostering gender equality, and reinforcing the role of youth for social change. '' International Jazz Day is the culmination of Jazz Appreciation Month which draws public attention to jazz and its extraordinary heritage in April.