International Translation Day 2023: The world celebrates International Translation Day every year on September 30 to recognize the work of translators who help connect countries around the world. International Translators’ Day 2023. September 30 is also the day when the feast day of St. Jerome, the translator of the Bible, who is also considered the patron saint of translators, is celebrated. The theme of International Translators Day 2023 also emphasizes the role of language professionals and their contribution to building culture, understanding and lasting peace.
On International Translation Day 2023, learn more about the history and significance of Translation Day, which is celebrated every year on September 30.
The theme of the International Translators Day 2023
International Translation Day is celebrated every year on September 30 to highlight the contribution of translators in bringing different cultures together. International Translation Day 2023 focuses on the theme “Translation Reveals the Many Faces of Humanity”. It emphasizes a close examination of power dynamics within the field of translation, particularly in relation to indigenous language communities.
The theme of International Translators Day 2022 is ‘A world without barriers: the role of language professionals in building culture, understanding and lasting peace’.
International Translation Day 2023. History
In 1991, the International Federation of Translators initiated the idea of an officially recognized International Translation Day at the global level. The day aimed to honor and recognize the work of language experts who play a significant role in verbal understanding and cooperation.
Later in 2017, the United Nations General Assembly passed resolution 71/288 declaring September 30 of each year as International Translation Day to recognize the role of translators.
International Translator’s Day 2023 Significance
International Translation Day raises awareness about language and translation, which play a significant role in the overall development of society.
According to the United Nations, International Translation Day is intended as an opportunity to honor the work of language professionals. Their work has a significant role in bringing countries closer together, understanding and cooperation, facilitating dialogue, strengthening world peace and security, and contributing to development.
International Translation Day 2023: A list of books translated into English to check out
1. Sand Tomb of Geetanjali Shree (Hindu)
2. Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami (Japanese)
3. My great friend by Elena Ferrante (Italian)
4. The things we lost in the fire, Mariana Enriquez (Spanish)
5. Delhi: Soliloquy by M Mukundan (Malayalam)
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Source: HIS Education