After the end of World War II, the world economy was depressed, and thousands of workers lost their jobs and lived a life of hunger and cold. The situation of children is even worse, and some are infected with infectious diseases and die in batches; Others are forced to work as child laborers, tortured, and their lives are not guaranteed.
In order to mourn the Lidice tragedy and all the children who died in the war in the world, oppose the abuse and poisoning of children, and protect children's rights, 1949 165438 10, the International Democratic Women's Federation held a board meeting in Moscow, and representatives of various countries angrily exposed the crimes of killing and poisoning children by imperialists and reactionaries of various countries.
In order to protect children's rights to life, medical care and education all over the world and improve their lives, the meeting decided to designate June 1 day as International Children's Day every year. Many countries agreed at that time, especially socialist countries.
Customs of various countries:
1, Korea
South Korea's Children's Day evolved from the "Boys' Day" in 1923. It is also a public holiday in Korea, on May 5th every year. On this day, children can enjoy themselves, and parents should prepare the most wanted gifts for their children. Many children will also wear Hanbok on this day and experience Korean traditional culture.
2. Colombia
Colombia has designated July 4th every year as Children's Day. On this festival, schools all over the country hold various lively celebrations, and children often wear various masks to play clowns in the street, which is very happy.
3. Brazil
Brazil's Children's Day is on August 15, which happens to be Brazil's "National Epidemic Prevention Day". Therefore, on this day, doctors all over the country will treat children and vaccinate children under five years old against polio, which shows that the government is very concerned about children's health. In addition, Brazil's "Notre Dame Day" 65438+1October 12 is often regarded as Children's Day, and there are also some celebrations.