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International Project Management Day (IPM Day) is celebrated every year on the first Thursday of November. IPM Day is intended to encourage organizations worldwide that use project management methodologies to host recognition events within their organizations or in collaboration with others. The goal is to show appreciation for the achievements of project managers and their teams.
International Project Management Day Observance
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | November 7 | Thursday |
| 2025 | November 6 | Thursday |
| 2026 | November 5 | Thursday |
| 2027 | November 4 | Thursday |
| 2028 | November 2 | Thursday |
History of International Project Management Day
In 2004, Laverne Johnson and Lori Milhaven, along with a team from the International Institute of Learning, established this day to honor the project managers who work tirelessly to complete projects efficiently and on time. Project managers are the backbone of every project within an organization, ensuring that everything runs smoothly. They play a vital role in various industries and sectors, ranging from government to volunteer organizations.
This day serves as a global appreciation for project managers and their teams across all sectors, including nonprofits and healthcare. Project managers dedicate their time, energy, creativity, innovation, and often work around the clock to deliver products, services, facilities, and provide emergency and disaster recovery assistance to communities worldwide. International Project Management (IPM) Day is the ideal occasion to recognize the invaluable contributions of project managers in helping to achieve our most important goals efficiently and on time.
Other Celebrations on November 7
November 7 is also celebrated as
- National Men Make Dinner Day
- National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day
- National Hug A Bear Day
How to Celebrate the Day
The best way to celebrate the day is by organizing an appreciation program to honor project managers. Alternatively, staff can arrange simple meetings and events to show their gratitude towards the project managers. Don’t forget to share your thoughts on social media using the hashtag #ProjectManagementDay.