International Mother Language Day was proclaimed by UNESCO's General Conference in November 1999. Since February 2000, the International Mother Language Day has been observed to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism.

For information on how to cook and prepare Traditional Finnish Foods, from the everyday dishes to the festive meals and desserts, served on Finnish holidays and celebrations, please visit the Finnguide Finnish Recipes Section.

Public Transportation runs according to the normal timetable for the day of the week on which this event occurs.

Finland shops and services run their normal opening hours according to the day of the week, on which this calendar event occurs.
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