Every year, September 27th is the institutional day of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation. This symbolic date aims to honor the values, culture, and identity that unite Francophones from Wallonia and Brussels.
This date commemorates a pivotal moment in Belgium's history: the September Days of 1830. From September 23rd to 27th, 1830, Belgian patriots drove out Dutch troops from Brussels, thereby sealing the country's independence. In 1991, the French Community of Belgium chose September 27th to mark this historic event of freedom and solidarity.
Beyond symbolism, the Wallonia-Brussels Federation is the institution that supports citizens throughout their lives through essential competencies. These include education and higher education, from nurseries to universities, including scientific research. It also supports culture and media, artistic creation, heritage, cinema, theaters, and audiovisual.
Youth and sports promotion, support for associative life, youth aid, and the promotion of sports for all or at a high level are also part of its missions. Justice houses serve as a pillar of social and judicial support.
Today, the Federation celebrates the talent, diversity, and creativity of its 4.5 million fellow citizens. An excellent September 27th celebration is wished to all.
