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World Day for War Orphans is a day to remember and honor those kids who have lost their parents during conflict - let's show them our support!
It's time to honor and recognize the plight of war orphans all over the world on World Day for War Orphans on Jan. 6! This day was created in 2005 by the United Nations to bring awareness to the millions of children who have been affected by wars, natural disasters, poverty, and other atrocities. It's a chance to show your support for these children and provide them with hope for a better future. There are many different ways that you can get involved and help make a difference – from donating money or goods, to volunteering your time at an orphanage, or simply spreading awareness about this important cause. Let's join together on Jan. 6 to celebrate World Day for War Orphans!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Major War Orphan Crisis</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following World War I, the global community faces the crisis of accommodating tens of thousands of war orphans.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Post-World War II Orphan Surge</div><div class='timeline-text'>Millions are left orphaned across the world, from Europe to Asia, in the aftermath of World War II.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s-1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Orphanage Proliferation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Countless orphanages are established globally, backed by various NGOs, to address the issue of war orphans from various conflicts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rwanda Genocide Orphans</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 1994 Rwanda genocide brings a fresh wave of orphans, attracting global attention to their plight.</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'>Establishment of War Orphans Day </div><div class='timeline-text'>The French organization, SOS Enfants en Detresse, establishes 6th January as World Day for War Orphans to bring attention to the plight of these children.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ongoing Advocacy</div><div class='timeline-text'>Yearly events are held on January 6 to maintain public awareness, support, and advocacy for war orphans across the globe.</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 donation drive</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a donation drive in your school or community to collect items such as clothes, toys, and books that can be given to war orphans. Reach out to local businesses and ask them to donate items or money to support the drive.</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'>Volunteer your time</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Volunteer your time at a local orphanage or organization that works with war orphans. You can help out with daily tasks such as cleaning, cooking, and playing with the children.</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'>Spread awareness</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Raise awareness about the plight of war orphans by hosting a fundraiser, writing to your local newspaper, or creating an online petition.</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'>Sponsor a child</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sponsor a war orphan by donating money or other resources to help provide them with food, shelter, education, and medical care.</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'>Send a care package</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Send a care package filled with items such as school supplies, toiletries, and fun activities for war orphans in another country. Contact an organization that works with war orphans and inquire about sending packages.</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'>It’s a day to remember and honor war orphans</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>War Orphans Day is a day of remembrance and honor for the children who have been victims of conflict - those who have lost their parents, their homes and their childhood as a result. With this day, we can come together to recognize the incredible hardships that these children have endured, and offer our support in any way we can.</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'>It’s an opportunity to raise awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This special day provides us with an important chance to spread awareness about the devastating effects of war on children worldwide. It serves as a reminder that war not only affects adults, but also innocent young lives who may feel much more powerless than their counterparts.</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'>It gives us hope for the future</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Ultimately, World War Orphans Day can inspire hope for a brighter future. By coming together with others around the globe, we can make sure that no child ever has to suffer through the tragedy of losing their family or homeland due to conflict. Together, we can create a better world where all children are safe and free from harm.</p></div></div>
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