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International Day of Families

Explore the observance’s date, meaning and origins.

International observance

International Day of Families

Every year on May 15 ↗

Reflect on diverse family lives and the value of caring for one another.

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How did it begin?

A 1993 UN General Assembly resolution designated May 15 as the International Day of Families. Observed since 1994, it draws attention to family issues and the role of families in society.

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