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Celebrate Universal Children's Day and show your support for children's rights around the world! Join us in spreading awareness and making a difference.
Universal Children's Day on Nov 20 is a day to celebrate the rights of children all over the world. This special day was first established in 1954 by the United Nations General Assembly, with an aim to promote mutual exchange and understanding among children worldwide. It's also an opportunity for everyone to come together and make sure that we're doing our best protect and nurture our youngest members of society.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1954</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Establishes Universal Children's Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly established Universal Children's Day to promote the welfare of children worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1959</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Adoption of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, outlining children's basic rights worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1963</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>US Endorses Universal Children's Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United States officially endorses Universal Children's Day, raising its profile in the American public consciousness.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Convention of the Rights of the Child</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child was established, providing a detailed set of legally binding protections for children's rights.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First World Report on Violence Against Children</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations Secretary-General's Study on Violence against Children was presented to UNGA, a first-ever global effort to document the scale of all forms of violence against children.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a toy drive</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Collect gently used toys and clothing from your family, friends and neighbors and donate them to children in need. You can also contact local charities and shelters to find out where donations are needed most.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan a playdate</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up some children and plan an afternoon of activities like board games, crafts, sports or baking. Kids will love the opportunity to get together and have fun with their friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read a book</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Select a children's book that promotes positive values such as kindness, acceptance or respect, then read it aloud to children in your community. Libraries, schools, churches and youth organizations are great places to share stories.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for volunteer opportunities in your area that focus on helping young people. Tutoring, mentoring programs, or helping with after school activities are all worthwhile ways to give back.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host an event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Throw a party for the children in your neighborhood or city! You can organize outdoor activities like sports, races or scavenger hunts or bring everyone inside for arts and crafts projects.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Universal Children’s Day recognizes and protects the rights of children</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Universal Children's Day helps ensure that every child is provided with the same rights and opportunities, no matter what their background or circumstances. By raising awareness about the issues facing children all over the world, it reminds us to be advocates for those who have fewer chances or resources to access education or healthcare.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Universal Children’s Day celebrates childhood</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Universal Children's day is a time to celebrate the joy and innocence of being a child. It's an opportunity to make sure that all kids are given the chance to experience this wonderful period in their lives without worry or fear, and to teach them how important it is to take care of each other.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Universal Children’s Day promotes wellbeing for future generations</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Protecting children now will open up opportunities for future generations. Universal Children's Day raises awareness on pressing issues such as poverty, illiteracy, and protection from violence, exploitation, and abuse. These are necessary steps that will help make sure our kids live safe and healthy lives in the future!</p></div></div>
Universal Children's Day is celebrated on November 20 every year. In 2024 Universal Children's Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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