Nov. 16th

International Day for Tolerance

Every November 16, classrooms around the world come together to celebrate the importance of tolerance, inclusion, and mutual respect. This day is an opportunity for your students to reflect on diversity, learn empathy, and understand that every voice matters.

Why This Day Matters

The International Day for Tolerance, created by UNESCO, reminds us that education plays a key role in building respect and understanding among people. In the classroom, it’s a natural moment to help students reflect on empathy, communication, and how they relate to others — both locally and globally.

Language & Communication

Practice listening, speaking, and expressing opinions respectfully.

Social Studies & Citizenship

Analyze real issues of inclusion, diversity, and coexistence.

Art & Media

Use creativity to explore values of empathy and respect.

Ethics & Values Education

Reflect on how tolerance contributes to stronger communities.

What happens when you celebrate with us?

Instead of a one-day discussion, you can turn this celebration into a small project where students create, reflect, and collaborate with another classroom. Through Class2Class.org, you’ll find ready-to-use ideas that make it easy to connect with teachers worldwide and guide your students through a real global learning experience.

Starting a project helps your class:

Project Ideas for the International Day for Tolerance

Students participating in diversity and tolerance building activities

6-13 years old

Embracing Diversity: Building a Tolerant School Community

Students will work collaboratively to identify and address issues of intolerance within their school community. Using design thinking, they’ll develop and implement innovative solutions to promote understanding, respect, and acceptance among their peers.

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Tolerance Talks educational program branding

13-19 years old

Tolerance Talks: Global Teen Podcast Challenge

In this exciting project idea, students will collaborate internationally to create a compelling podcast series that explores tolerance, diversity, and inclusion from a youth perspective. Using the Design Thinking process, teams will identify key issues, conduct interviews, and produce engaging podcast episodes that not only raise awareness but also propose innovative solutions to promote tolerance in their communities and beyond.

How It Works

1. Click on a Date

Browse the calendar below and choose a date that interests you.

2. See Project Ideas

Each date has 2 ready-to-use project ideas. Read them and pick one you like.

3. Start Your Project

Click 'Create Project' to go to Class2Class.org. You can join other classes or work alone with your students.

4. Get Your Certificate

When you finish, you and your students receive certificates. It's that simple!

Ready to bring this celebration to life?

Explore the project ideas, choose the one that fits your classroom, and start a global collaboration that helps your students practice communication, empathy, and understanding.