He Children’s Day It is a commemorative date dedicated to recognizing the fundamental rights of childhood and raising awareness about the importance of guaranteeing their well -being. It was established in 1954 at the initiative of the United Nations Organization (UN)which recommended that countries set a special day to remember that children are the most vulnerable group in society and require protection against violence, discrimination and exploitation.
November 20 was established as Universal Childrenbecause on that date two key milestones were approved: the Declaration of the Rights of the Child (1959) and the Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989). However, each country adapted the commemoration of its own calendar, traditions or social needs.
In Peruthe celebration is made Third Sunday of Augustcoinciding with a family and school context. Other countries also have particular dates: in Argentinait is celebrated the same day; in Colombiaon the last Saturday of April; in Chile and Uruguaythe second Sunday of August; in Venezuelathe third Sunday of July; in MexicoApril 30; in Brazilon October 12; in Indiaon November 14 in honor of Jawaharlal Nehru; in Japanon May 5 as part of the golden week; And in the United States, many families celebrate it unofficially on the second Sunday of June.
The reasons behind these variations include Adaptation to school calendarsthe coincidence with local ephemeris, commercial reasons or the Tribute to influential personalities in the defense of childhood.
Beyond the date, Children’s Day is still an opportunity to Promote education, health, game and life worthy of minorsas well as to reflect on the challenges that persist in contexts of poverty, exclusion or violence.
