World Children's Day 2024: Listen to the Future
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Event | World Children's Day 2024 |
Date | November 20, 2024 |
Theme | "Listen to the Future" (focus on involving children in decisions affecting their lives). |
History | - Established in 1954 as Universal Children's Day by the United Nations. |
- 1959: Adoption of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child. | |
- 1989: Adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. | |
- 1990: Commemorates anniversaries of both documents. | |
Significance | - Addresses educational inequality, child labour, and healthcare access. |
- Calls for safe environments, quality education, and healthcare for children. | |
Objectives (2024) | 1. Raise awareness about poverty, inequality, and exploitation. |
2. Promote global collaboration to tackle systemic issues. | |
3. Celebrate children's potential and contributions. | |
4. Drive policy changes to protect children's rights. | |
Celebrations | Global Initiatives: |
- UNICEF campaigns, educational programs, and fundraising drives. | |
- Workshops and seminars on child rights. | |
Community Activities: | |
- Children's parliaments, cultural performances, and art exhibitions. |