When is International Translation Day

International Translation Day is celebrated on September 30 every year to celebrate the work of translators, language professionals who play an important role in ensuring a dialogue between countries contributing to development and strengthening of world peace.

 

The day was first established in 1991 by the International Federation of Translators (FIT) to show solidarity of the global translation community and to promote the profession of translation. The Federation is a conglomeration of associations which represents translators, interpreters, and terminologists. It was established in 1953.

 

The day was chosen as it is the same day on which the feast of St. Jerome is