World Teachers' Day

Building of Yerevan State UniversityTeachers’ Day was established by UNESCO in 1994. Celebrated October 5. On this day in 1996, a conference convened by UNESCO and the International Labour Organization adopted the Recommendation on the Status of Teachers, the first international document defining the working conditions of teachers. World Teachers Day is part of the United Nations World and International Days.

Address by RA President Robert Kocharyan:

“Dear teachers, I congratulate you on your holiday. This day is a great time to thank you for your gratitude. Today, you are also the main participants in educational reforms. They are important in shaping the future of our country. You also have the biggest role to play here. Today, the school is in the center of serious attention of the state and society. I am sure that together we will improve the social and working conditions of teachers. I wish you good health and new success.”