International labour day: International Workers' Day

International Workers' Day, also called Labour Day in some countries [1] and often referred to as May Day, [2][3] is a celebration of labourers and the working classes that is promoted by the international labour movement and occurs every year on 1 May, [4][5] or the first Monday in May. [6][7] International Labour Day 2025, also known as International Workers’ Day or May Day, will be celebrated worldwide on Thursday, 1st May 2025. This special day is dedicated to recognising the immense contributions of workers and raising awareness about labour rights and fair working conditions. International Labour Day is celebrated on May 1 of every year, and this year, in 2025, it will fall on a Thursday. The origins of global Labour Day date back to the 19th-century labour movement, when workers united to demand fair wages, safer working environments, and shorter work hours. International Labour Day, celebrated on May 1st, honours workers' rights and the global labour movement. It highlights the importance of fair treatment, safe working conditions, and social justice for all workers. Labour Day 2025 is not just a date on the calendar—it’s a global tribute to the ...