World Intellectual Property Day is celebrated annually on April 26th by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This day is dedicated to promoting the role of intellectual property (IP) in stimulating innovation and creativity.
The official theme for World Intellectual Property Day 2024 is ‘IP and the SDGs: Building Our Common Future with Innovation and Creativity‘. The theme highlights the importance of IP in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and creating a better future for all.
Celebrating World Intellectual Property Day holds great significance as it:
The origins of WIPO can be traced back to 1883 when the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property was signed. This convention established IP protections for inventions, trademarks, and industrial designs.
In 1970, the Convention Establishing the World Intellectual Property Organization entered into force, formally creating WIPO. WIPO became a specialized agency of the United Nations in 1974.
WIPO is a specialized agency of the United Nations that works to promote the protection and advancement of intellectual property worldwide. It provides a framework for cooperation among member states in areas such as:
WIPO also offers various services and resources to promote IP awareness and the benefits of IP protection, including registration, dispute resolution, and the development of uniform standards and infrastructure.
On World Intellectual Property Day, various events and activities are organized to celebrate the role of IP in driving innovation, creativity, and sustainable development. It is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of inventors, creators, and innovators, and to encourage continued progress in the field of intellectual property.
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