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Mark your calendars for October 17, because it's time to bring awareness to a very important issue on Child Poverty Day. This day was first observed in 1992 by the United Nations, as a way to shed light on the millions of children around the world who are living in poverty and facing various challenges. It's a sobering reminder that not every child has access to basic needs such as food, shelter, education, and healthcare. However, this day is also about taking action and making a positive impact in the lives of these children. So let's come together and make a difference on Child Poverty Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>United Nations Foundation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations is founded with the aim to foster international cooperation, including advancing social and economic development, among its other principles.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1959</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Declaration of Children’s Rights</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly passes the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, stating that every child has the right to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Convention on Rights of Child</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations adopts the Convention on the Rights of the Child, urging nations to ensure children's rights to life, development, and protection from harm.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Observation of Child Poverty Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UN first observes Child Poverty Day to raise awareness of the millions of children living in poverty globally.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Millennium Development Goals</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UN sets Millennium Development Goals, including reducing by half the proportion of people living in extreme poverty by the year 2015.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Sustainable Development Goals</div><div class='timeline-text'>UN members adopt the Sustainable Development Goals, including the specific target to eliminate extreme child poverty and halve the number of children living in poverty in all its dimensions by 2030.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a children's charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>One of the best ways to celebrate Child Poverty Day is by giving back to those in need. Research and donate to a reputable children's charity that works towards alleviating child poverty.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your time and skills to volunteer at a local organization that supports children living in poverty. You can make a difference by mentoring, tutoring, or providing support in any way you can.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a fundraiser event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family and organize a fundraiser event to raise awareness and funds for child poverty. This can be anything from a bake sale, a charity auction, or even a benefit concert.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself and others</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use this day to educate yourself and others about the issue of child poverty. Share statistics, stories, and information about how it affects children and what can be done to help.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Advocate for change</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Contact your local government representatives and advocate for policies and programs that address child poverty. Use your voice to make a difference in the lives of children living in poverty.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about a pressing issue</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Child poverty is a global problem that affects millions of children worldwide. By observing Child Poverty Day, we can shed light on this issue and bring attention to the urgent need for action and change.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages people to take action</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By recognizing Child Poverty Day, we are reminded of our responsibility to help those in need. It can inspire individuals, organizations, and governments to take concrete steps towards reducing child poverty and improving the lives of disadvantaged children.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It highlights the long-term effects of child poverty</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Child poverty has far-reaching consequences that can impact a child's physical and mental health, education, and future opportunities. By acknowledging Child Poverty Day, we can recognize the importance of addressing this issue not just for the present but also for the future well-being of our society.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Around 1 in 6 Children Live in Extreme Poverty</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to a joint report by the World Bank Group and UNICEF, approximately 385 million children around the world were living in extremely poor households in 2016.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Child Poverty Has Long-term Impacts on Health</h3><p class='facts-content'>Children living in poverty often experience poor health due to malnutrition, limited access to quality healthcare, and living in unhealthy environments.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Education is Significantly Affected by Child Poverty</h3><p class='facts-content'>Poverty can affect a child's education through factors like lack of access to learning materials, not having a conducive environment for homework, and even causing the child to drop out to support their families financially.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Children Living in Poverty Often Face Social Exclusion</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many children living in poverty often face social disparities and exclusion, depriving them of social interaction and networking opportunities, impacting their mental health, and reducing their life chances.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Child Poverty is Intricately Linked with Inequality</h3><p class='facts-content'>Health inequalities, the digital divide, and other forms of inequality are often compounded by child poverty, leaving disadvantaged children even more behind in society.</p></div></div>
Child Poverty Day is celebrated on October 17 every year. In 2024 Child Poverty Day will occur on a Thursday.
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