The School Day of Non-violence and Peace is observed worldwide every January 30, commemorating the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. This observance was founded in 1964 by Llorenç Vidal Vida, a Spanish poet and pacifist, in Majorca. It emphasizes the principles of universal love, non-violence, and peace, teaching children that "universal love is better than egoism, non-violence is better than violence, and peace is better than war." Schools around the globe participate in this celebration, which promotes pacifying and non-violent education, highlighting love and friendship. In countries with a Southern Hemisphere school calendar, this holiday may be observed on March 30. Each year, while the slogan may change, the core message remains constant.