World Teachers’ Day, held annually on 5 October since 1994, commemorates the anniversary of the signing in 1966 of the Recommendation Concerning the Status of Teachers.
It is an occasion to celebrate the essential role of teachers in providing quality education at all levels. 2011 puts the spotlight on the global teacher shortage and the challenges of being a teacher today. In our rapidly changing and interdependent world, teachers not only have to ensure that students acquire solid skills in basic subjects, but also that they become responsible local and global citizens, at ease with new technologies and able to make informed decisions about health, the environment and other challenges.
Teachers’ associations / unions can play important roll in preventing global warming , improving sanitation ,use of biodegradable products , tolerance towards other views and thoughts , decreasing gender inequality , preventing domestic violence and propagating peace education Sustained investment is required to develop a well-trained and motivated teaching force. A global total of 10.3 million teachers should be recruited up to 2015 just to meet the goal of universal primary education. At a time when the global economic slowdown risks putting tight constraints on education budgets, it is critical that governments support the recruitment, training and professional development of teachers.
FISE affiliates are propagating the idea “Build the future: invest in teachers now!” FISE affiliates in many developing countries are building up a strong public opinion in favor of preserving and strengthening public funded education system. FISE appeals to all its affiliates to conduct supportive action programmes on this day. Observing this day in this year is more important , because of war , and natural calamities and financial crises particularly in different parts of Asia ,Africa , Latin America & Middle East.