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Universal Children's Day, observed annually on 20th November, was established by the United Nations in 1954 to promote the rights, welfare, and well-being of children worldwide. It serves as a day to celebrate childhood and to inspire global commitment to ensure every child enjoys basic rights such as education, healthcare, and protection from harm. This date holds special significance as it marks: The adoption of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959, which outlined key principles for child welfare. The adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) in 1989, the most widely ratified human rights treaty, emphasizing the right of every child to survival, development, and protection from abuse and neglect. The day emphasizes inclusivity, equality, and the creation of opportunities for children, regardless of race, gender, or background. Schools, governments, and organizations worldwide celebrate it through campaigns, activities, and initiatives aimed at advocating for children's right Celebrating Achievements: Recognizes progress made in areas like child education, healthcare, and welfare programs. #UniversalChildrensDay #InternationalChildrensDay #ChildrensRights #ForEveryChild #EqualityForKids #ProtectOurChildren #ChildhoodMatters #InvestInChildren #BrightFutureForKids #Alkausartrust

🌍 Today, on World Day Against Child Labour, we unite to raise awareness and take action against child labour, ensuring a brighter future for children everywhere. Child labour deprives millions of their childhood, education, and potential. It’s our collective responsibility to advocate for policies that protect children and promote fair working conditions. Together, let’s pledge to: 🔹 Support initiatives that provide quality education for all children 🔹 Encourage ethical business practices that prioritize child welfare 🔹 Raise our voices against exploitation and advocate for children's rights Every child deserves a childhood filled with learning, play, and growth. Let’s work together to make that a reality. #WorldDayAgainstChildLabour #EndChildLabour #ChildrensRights #FutureGenerations #ActNow

- World Children's Day World Children's Day was first established in 1954 and is celebrated on November 20th of each year, to promote international cooperation and awareness among children around the world to improve the welfare of children. November 20th is an important day; the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959 and signed the Child Rights Bill in 1989. Objectives: 1. Strengthen international cohesion and awareness among children around the world. 2. Provide an environment in which all children are enrolled in schools, safe from harm, and able to achieve their potential and dreams. 3. Increase awareness of children's rights and improve children's welfare. Facts: 1. The number of deaths among children under the age of five has decreased by more than 50% since 1989. 2. The percentage of children suffering from malnutrition has decreased by almost half since 1990. 3. 2.6 billion children have safe drinking water compared to 1990. #polycaremedicalsl #freetownsierraleone #worldchildrensday #childrensday  #happychildrensday #innovation #creativity #childhoodUniversalChildrensDay #ChildrensRights #ChildWellbeing #EducationForAll #KidsDeserveBetter

Universal Children’s Day, a day to improve child welfare worldwide, promote and celebrate children’s rights and promote togetherness and awareness amongst all children. Working with many organisation such as United Nations, UNICEF. The goal of Universal Children’s day is to improve child welfare worldwide, promote and celebrate children’s rights and promote togetherness and awareness amongst all children. Initially launched in 1954, Universal Children’s day has seen some milestone events in the field of child welfare. Marking the anniversary of the dates when the UN General assembly adopted both the declaration and convention of children’s rights. The convention sets out a number of children’s rights such as the rights to be protected from violence and discrimination and the rights to life, health and education. #ToksCoker #HandsOfLight #UniversalChildrensDay #ChildWelfare #ChildrensRights #UNICEF #UnitedNations #ChildRights #AwarenessForChildren #GlobalChildWelfare #ChildrensDay #UNConventionOnChildRights

Universal Children’s Day 2024, set on November 20, is a globally recognized occasion to support child welfare, rights, and education. Established by the United Nations, the day calls for reestablishing commitment towards the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). The theme this year is "childhood and the digital age", highlighting the importance of a safe digital environment for all children and addressing the digital divide. Despite advancements, many children are still subjected to harsh circumstances globally. Universal Children’s Day aims to encourage initiatives improving child welfare. It's a reminder of our shared responsibility to offer every child a chance at a promising future. So, let's heed this call to act, to protect, and champion the rights of children globally. #PeopleOfAction

Only 10 days until the General Election 2024: let’s put child welfare in the rooms where it matters The child welfare system is in crisis, with a record number of children in the care system, many far away from family and friends. Kinship care is an option that works for children, families and the state. Yet too often kinship families struggle to access the practical, emotional and financial support they need. Meanwhile some private children’s homes providers are making huge profits and local authority budgets are under severe strain. It doesn’t have to be this way. The candidates in your area are campaigning for your vote. It’s your chance to make them sit up and listen. Will you help by using Family Rights Group’s ecampaign tool - it'll take 2 minutes - to send an email today to your local candidates? And please encourage family, friends & colleagues to do likewise. https://lnkd.in/dfg9xkDJ

Children's Rights vs. Adult Desires: A Moral Dilemma Join Josh Wood as he delves into the pressing cultural and moral challenges surrounding adult desires versus children's rights. Explore how adult decisions impact children and society, emphasizing the need to prioritize children's welfare. This thought-provoking discussion highlights crucial societal issues that demand our attention. Josh Wood & Richard Harris https://lnkd.in/gBJpfmu3

Check out the latest letter from our CEO, Vicki Spriggs, on National Kinship Care Month. Discover the vital role kinship caregivers play in providing support to children. Vicki shares insightful perspectives on the challenges and rewards of kinship care, as well as important resources for child welfare advocates. Read the full article at bit.ly/LetterFromTheCEOSep

May’s edition of the Children’s Bureau Express highlights Generations United’s recent publication, Promoting Peer Support in Child Welfare! Please note this key finding from a START study: - Children involved with START enter foster care at half the rate of other children. Check out the full study (https://lnkd.in/gD64uDTk) and learn how to replicate these results in your area: (cffutures.org/start/).   #START #BetterTogether #StrengtheningPartnershipsImprovingFamilyOutcomes

🎙Looking forward to presenting at the 2024 International Call To Action to Change Child Welfare Conference. It is projected that this conference will have 2000 participants from 25 countries. Delighted to have the proposal accepted! Our focus is on improving the experiences and outcomes of young people who have had little to no choice, and have had to become institutionalized via various placements in the institutionalization system - commonly called the Child Welfare system. Historically and currently, youth transitions from child welfare are inequitable, and the services and supports young people recieve and experience, across Canada, are inequitable. We will present to delegates the National Evaluation Model and Indicators that are complimentary to jurisdictional developments and redesigns. Equitable Standards from coast to coast to coast is of importance - and for integration to happen across organizations and all levels of governments. Children who are institutionalized matter. Their futures matter. Their wellness matters. I will be co-presenting with my colleague from Manitoba. We will be representing the Canadian National Council of Youth In Care Advocates, as well as Voices Manitoba and the Ontario Children's Advancement Coalition respectively. Public Policy initiatives are integral shifts and progressions, and we look forward to sharing our work, in Canada, with people Internationally. #ChildWelfare #Canada #International #PublicPolicy #Policy #Evaluation #Wellness #Children #Equity #Diversity #Inclusion #Presenter #Presentations #Speaking