Global Day of Parents June 1

𝗚𝗟𝗢𝗕𝗔𝗟 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 – Awareness Program in Educational Institutions

𝗢𝗕𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘:

To educate students, staff, and parents about the invaluable role of parents, promote peace and tolerance, and foster stronger parent-school partnerships.

𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗔𝗨𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘:

Primary School Students (age-appropriate modules)

Middle School Students

High School Students

College/University Students

Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff

Parents and Guardians

𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗦:

Understanding the importance of parents and family

Promoting appreciation and gratitude towards parents

Strengthening parent-child bonds

Encouraging positive parenting practices and open communication

Recognizing the diversity of family structures

Understanding the Global Day of Parents

𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗣𝗨𝗥𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗘

Observed annually on June 1st.

Proclaimed by the United Nations to honor parents worldwide for their selfless commitment and lifelong sacrifices.

Celebrates the universal importance of parenthood across all cultures, religions, and nations.

𝗛𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗬

Declared by the UN General Assembly in 2012.

Builds on previous UN initiatives like the International Year of the Family (1994) and International Day of Families (May 15).

Aims to:

Raise awareness about the importance of parenting.

Promote positive parenting approaches.

Recognize parents' contributions to children’s development and society.

Address parental challenges such as work-life balance and access to resources.

𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗦

Educational institutions are uniquely positioned to acknowledge and celebrate parents while fostering a culture of respect and gratitude.

▪️Appreciation and Recognition Activities:

1.“Thank You, Parents” Letters/Cards:

Students create handmade cards or write letters expressing gratitude.

Cards can be presented during assemblies or taken home.

2.Parent Appreciation Events:

Organize assemblies with songs, skits, and poems dedicated to parents.

Invite parents to be recognized and celebrated.

3.“Parents’ Wall of Fame”:

A display board showcasing students’ notes, drawings, or photos celebrating their parents.

4.Tokens of Appreciation:

Students make small crafts or gifts (e.g., paper flowers, handprint cards) to honor their parents.

▪️Interactive Family Engagement:

1.“Bring Your Parent to School” Day:

Parents spend time in classrooms, observe lessons, and engage in special activities.

2.Family Games and Activities:

Organize collaborative games, art projects, or sports to promote bonding.

3.Parent-Child Storytelling Time:

Parents read stories or share childhood memories, fostering literacy and intergenerational connection.

▪️Educational and Awareness Initiatives:

1.Classroom Discussions:

Conversations about diverse parental roles and family structures.

Foster respect for all types of families.

2.Workshops for Parents:

Conduct short, informative sessions on digital safety, positive discipline, and academic support.

Led by counselors, teachers, or external experts.

3.Resource Booths:

Share pamphlets and digital resources on parenting and community services.

▪️Promoting Family Values:

1.“Family Pledge” Ceremony:

Students and families pledge to support, communicate, and spend quality time together.

2.Celebrating Family Diversity:

Encourage presentations of family traditions and cultural practices through fairs or classroom activities

▪️Tips for a Successful Program

Early Planning: Start preparations well in advance.

Clear Communication: Notify all stakeholders via notices, emails, and social media.

Inclusivity: Design activities that embrace diversity in family structures and student backgrounds.

Age-Appropriate Content: Customize activities based on age groups.

Volunteer Involvement: Engage parents, staff, and senior students in planning and execution.

Sustainability: Establish this celebration as an annual tradition.

Feedback Mechanism: Collect input for continual improvement of the program.

𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼𝘀  𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗨𝗡𝗩 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗽 𝟵𝟵𝟰𝟰𝟯𝟭𝟯𝟵𝟱𝟯


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