Open data for peace: Marking the International Day of Non-Violence
Yearly on 2 October, the world marks the International Day of
Non-Violence [https://www.un.org/en/observances/non-violence-day].
Originally established by the United Nations [https://www.un.org/en/]
to celebrate the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the day is used
to promote a culture of peace, tolerance and understanding. The day
highlights the importance of resolving conflicts through dialogue
rather than force, while encouraging governments, organisations and
citizens to work together towards more peaceful societies. The
observance remains highly relevant for communities across Europe and
beyond as they seek evidence-based solutions to complex social
challenges. 

First proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007, the
International Day of Non-Violence serves as an opportunity to raise
awareness about the universal value of non-violent resistance.
Education, public engagement and access to trustworthy information all
play an important role in preventing misinformation, reducing tensions
and strengthening democratic participation. By supporting transparency
and accountability, public institutions can help foster greater trust
between citizens and decision makers.  

Researchers, journalists and policymakers can use open datasets to
analyse social trends, monitor inequalities, track public spending,
and better understand the factors that influence peaceful and
inclusive societies. On the European Data Portal, users can explore
thousands of datasets from European institutions and turn data into 
evidence-based insights. 

To mark the International Day of Non-Violence, explore the wealth of
knowledge available through the European Data Portal to foster more
inclusive and peaceful communities across Europe. 

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Publication Date/Time
2026-10-02T08:00:00+00:00
How transparent and accessible data can support dialogue,
understanding and informed decision-making