Every year, WIPO declares a new theme for World Intellectual Property Day to inspire women creators, entrepreneurs, and inventors. The theme for the 2023 celebration of World Intellectual Property Day is “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity.” This theme aims to emphasize the crucial role of women in propelling innovation and creativity forward and recognizes their contributions to the field of intellectual property.
The concept for World Intellectual Property Day was first proposed during the 33rd Assembly Session of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Member States in September 1988. It was officially established on August 9th, 1999, coinciding with WIPO’s 30th founding anniversary. The inaugural celebration of World IP Day took place in the year 2000, with 59 member countries participating in the event. Over the years, the number of countries commemorating this event gradually increased to 189 by 2022, highlighting the growing global awareness about the importance of intellectual property protection.