The document discusses the importance of the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) for advancing open access and the global open knowledge movement. It notes that IDUAI advocates for inclusive knowledge societies and accessibility and openness of information. The day highlights the need for universal access to information as a basic human right and important for achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The document argues that open access to information and knowledge sharing is critical for STEM education globally and addressing issues like climate change and development challenges, but there are still disparities in access and participation from the global south.