World Hearing Day 2025, celebrated on March 3rd, emphasises the theme, "Changing mindsets: Empower yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all." This campaign encourages individuals of all ages to prioritise their ear and hearing health. It builds on the 2024 focus by urging people to protect their hearing from loud noises, regularly check their hearing, and use hearing aids when necessary.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) aims to shift attitudes towards hearing health, motivating people to adopt healthier habits that prevent hearing loss. The campaign also highlights the importance of supporting those who are already living with hearing loss, fostering an inclusive approach to hearing health.

Key initiatives for 2025 included the launch of the WHO-ITU Global Standard for Safe Listening in video games and sports, as well as a school module on smart listening designed for inclusion in educational curricula. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to create a culture of safe listening and to empower individuals to take control of their hearing health for life.

Source: World Health Organisation