On April 11, 2025, the International Children’s Universities Day returns for its second edition following an extraordinarily successful inaugural year. This global celebration highlights the crucial role Children’s Universities play in nurturing critical thinking and scientific curiosity among young learners worldwide.
The first International Day of Children’s Universities in 2024 exceeded all expectations, reaching over 50,000 individuals through diverse activities across multiple countries. The day sparked engagement through vibrant events, strategic media outreach, and dynamic social media campaigns, drawing attention from universities, funding agencies, and press outlets globally.
“After witnessing such tremendous enthusiasm and participation last year, we’re thrilled to build on that momentum,” shares Jolanta Różowska, one of EUCU.NETs presidents. “The first celebration demonstrated the recognition of Children’s Universities as powerful platforms for science engagement and active participation in research.”
For 2025, organizers anticipate even broader participation, with numerous organizations expressing enthusiasm about joining the global movement. The day will feature a series of events, workshops, open days, and online activities designed to showcase how Children’s Universities foster scientific literacy and inspire the next generation of thinkers and innovators.
Whether you’re a university, school, science center, or educational organization, you’re invited to participate by organizing activities or promoting the day through your networks. Together, we can strengthen the global movement supporting children’s scientific curiosity and critical thinking skills. Search for your local Children’s University organiser (if they are part of EUCU.NET you can also use the member map on our website) or look out for the hashtag #IDCU on social media channels for program points.