International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression

International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is aimed at preserving children’s lives. On this day, people share information about violence against children as widely as possible. They talk about psychological, moral, military, sexual, and emotional forms of abuse that make millions of children around the world suffer.

History

This is an international event, not only in America. Its main goal is to inform the public about terrible cases of abuse and work towards preventing it. The first International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, started by the UN, was held in 1982. They were driven by the number of child victims during the war in Lebanon. This number was truly shocking, and it was impossible to stay indifferent.

Soon, the Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression acquired an international character. Various organizations whose activities are related to protecting the rights and lives of children joined in. Volunteers informed the public about children and teenagers suffering from violence. They called on the authorities to make children’s lives safe and happy. Child abuse is regularly raised at the UN.

Interesting Facts

Child abuse is one of the most complex issues facing any country.

1. A shocking number of children die in military conflicts.
2. No less shocking is the number suffering because of family conflicts.
3. The UN announced its plans to reduce the number of children suffering from violence to zero by 2030.

How to Take Part

Try to inform the public about suffering children. To do this, you can print information booklets and publish on social networks. Call on your friends to join a flash mob to stop child abuse. Reach out to volunteers and donate to improve the well-being of children.

When is International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression in 2024?

International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is observed on June 4 each year.

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