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International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, held every year on 6 April, celebrates the power of sport to drive social change, community development and to foster peace and understanding. It was created by the United Nations General Assembly on 23 August 2013 and has been supported by the International Olympic Committee since 6 April 2014.

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Fixed Gregorian date, 6 April, every year. 1
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1. International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (Wikipedia)
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    The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP), held annually on 6 April, is a celebration of the power of sport to drive social change, community development and to foster peace and understanding. It was created by the United Nations General Assembly on 23 August 2013, and has been supported by the International Olympic Committee since 6 April 2014.
  • Timing Rules: International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, 6 April
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