About International Childrens Day
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2026 United Nations
Monday, June 1st
2025 United Nations
Sunday, June 1st
2024 United Nations
Saturday, June 1st
2023 United Nations
Thursday, June 1st
2022 United Nations
Wednesday, June 1st
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The origin of this holiday goes back to 1925, when representatives from different countries met in Geneva, Switzerland to convene the first "World Conference for the Wellbeing of Children". After the conference, some governments around the world designated a day as Childrens Day to highlight childrens issues. There was no specific date recommended, so countries used whatever date was most relevant to their culture.
Many countries have established a Children's Day but this is commonly not observed as a public holiday. For instance, some countries observe Children's' Day on November 20th as Universal Children’s Day. This day was established by the United Nations in 1954 and aims to promote the welfare of children around the world.
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