The United Nations, UN has directed attention to the importance of science to society and daily living, as the 2021 International Week for Science and Peace begins. The week, starting on November 11 falls, highlights the important role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues.
The UN Education, Scientific and Cultural Organisation, UNESCO on its website said it also underlines the importance and relevance of science in our daily lives.
UNESCO, while giving more insights into the essence of the commemoration, noted that by linking science more closely with society, World Science Day for Peace and Development aims to ensure that citizens are kept informed of developments in science.
It however underscored the role scientists play in broadening our understanding of the remarkable, fragile planet we call home and in making our societies more sustainable.
According to UNESCO, the 2021 commemoration billed for November 9 to 15, with high points on November 10, the World Science Day for Peace and Development, calls attention to building climate ready communities. The International Week of Science and Peace was first observed during 1986 as part of the observance of the International Year of Peace.
