GLOBAL DAY OF PARENTS: JUNE 1, 2017

Global Day of Parents

Global Day of Parents is a United Nations (UN) observance that is celebrated on June 1 each year to honor parents and their commitment to children worldwide.

Happy parents with 2 children on their shoulders
Parents play an important part in shaping one’s life.
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Celebrate Global Day of Parents

People all over the world have the opportunity to appreciate parents and parental figures for the vital role they play in the development of families. Community leaders, parents, children, teachers, and family organizations get together in celebrating the day and promoting effective parenting.

Public Life

Global Day of Parents is a worldwide observance and not a public holiday.

About Global Day of Parents

On September 17, 2012, the UN publicly declared that the Global Day of Parents would be held annually on June 1. This observance recognizes parents as vital in providing protection and positive development for their children. The UN also noted that parents of every race, religion, culture and nationality in all parts of the world were the primary caregivers and teachers of their children.

Global Day of Parents Observances

 

Weekday Date Year Name Holiday Type
Sat Jun 1 2013 Global Day of Parents United Nations observance
Sun Jun 1 2014 Global Day of Parents United Nations observance
Mon Jun 1 2015 Global Day of Parents United Nations observance
Wed Jun 1 2016 Global Day of Parents United Nations observance
Thu Jun 1 2017 Global Day of Parents United Nations observance
Fri Jun 1 2018 Global Day of Parents United Nations observance
Sat Jun 1 2019 Global Day of Parents United Nations observance
Mon Jun 1 2020 Global Day of Parents United Nations observance

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