2015 theme: Men in Charge? Gender Equality and Children’s Rights in Contemporary Families
The International Day of Families is observed on the 15th of May every year. Proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 1993, it reflects the importance the international community attaches to families. The 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. The 2015 observance of the International Day of Families aims to promote gender equality and rights of children within families. It will also highlight prevention of family violence through fair family law frameworks and a variety of programme interventions.
