"You have the right to live with your parent(s), unless it is bad for you. You have the right to live with a family that cares for you." - Article #9 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), in Child-Friendly language
“The family, as the fundamental group of society and the natural environment for the growth and well-being of all its members and particularly children, should be afforded the necessary protection and assistance so that it can fully assume its responsibilities within the community.” - UNCRC
2016 Theme: Families, healthy lives and sustainable future
The International Day of Families is observed on the 15th of May every year. The Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 1993 and reflects the importance the international community attaches to families.
The International Day provides an opportunity to promote awareness of issues relating to families and to increase knowledge of the social, economic and demographic processes affecting families.
The International Day of Families has inspired a series of awareness-raising events, including national family days. In many countries, that day provides an opportunity to highlight different areas of interest and importance to families. Activities include workshops and conferences, radio and television programmes, newspaper articles and cultural programmes highlighting relevant themes.
Themes of Past International Day of Families
- 2015: Theme: Men in Charge? Gender Equality and Children’s Rights in Contemporary Families
- 2014: Families Matter for the Achievement of Development Goals; International Year of the Family +20
- 2013: Advancing social integration and intergenerational solidarity
- 2012: Ensuring work family balance
- 2011: Confronting Family Poverty and Social Exclusion
- 2010: The impact of migration on families around the world
- 2009: Mothers and Families: Challenges in a Changing World
- 2008: Fathers and Families: Responsibilities and Challenges
- 2007: Families and Persons with Disabilities
- 2006: Changing Families: Challenges and Opportunities
- 2005: HIV/AIDS and Family Well-being
- 2004: The 10th Anniversary of the International Year of the Family: A Framework for Action
- 2003: Preparations for the 10th Anniversary of the International Year of the Family in 2004
- 2002: Families and Ageing: Opportunities and Challenges
- 2001: Families and Volunteers: Building Social Cohesion
- 2000: Families: Agents and Beneficiaries of Development
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