The International Day of Mathematics is a worldwide celebration which encourages people from countries all around the world to take part in events at schools, libraries, museums and other spaces. The day is a project led by the International Mathematical Union (IMU).
This year’s International Day of Mathematics will take place on the same day the celebration occurs every year - March 14. It’s no coincidence that this date was chosen upon the day’s inception in 2020. When written in the American date format (month/day), March 14 appears as 3/14 - a reference to the mathematical constant, pi (3.14).
The theme of this year’s event is ‘mathematics for everyone’. The day aims to democratise maths education and challenge perceptions suggesting that mathematics can be enjoyed only by geniuses and the naturally gifted. As such, people are encouraged to head to the International Day of Maths 2023 website, and search for activities in their area. The site also offers support to those looking to host their own event!
The International Day of Mathematics is a celebration designed to break down the walls which prevent people of all backgrounds from getting involved in mathematics and having exposure to fun ways of exploring the subject.
The IMU sees the date as an opportunity to help improve quality of life, empower women and girls, and contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 Agenda (SDG1-17) of the United Nations. These aims are detailed further in an 11-point list of goals.
Included on this list for International Day of Maths 2023 are indications of the role that the IMU believes mathematics can play in fighting some of the challenges facing the world. One point highlights the necessity of mathematical skills in developing sustainable supply chains, while another looks to celebrate the part that maths has to play in fighting natural disasters, epidemics and more.
The International Day of Maths is also celebrated as Pi day as the date format coincides with the first 3 digits of pi.
Like every year, the year 9 students took part in pi days activities.
Posted: 16/03/2023
