How Children's Day is celebrated in Guatemala
When we think of children, we usually envision a picture filled with a vivid imagination, innocence, laughter and limitless curiosity.
November 20 was designated as World Children's Day by the United Nations and UNICEF. According to their website, it is a "global day of action for children, by children, marking the adoption of the Convention of the Rights of the Child."
For context, while Children's Day is observed worldwide, each country celebrates it on different dates, marked by community events, school activities, traditions dedicated to children and advocacy for children's rights, welfare and protection.
Let's talk about how Children's Day, or Día del Niño in Spanish, is celebrated in Guatemala.
According to records from the Congress of the Republic of Guatemala, the country selected October 1 to celebrate Children's Day, known as Día del Niño in Spanish. It was officially established through Governmental Agreement No. 31, issued on Aug. 11, 1975, which mandates that "all official and private national institutions shall organize programs and services aimed at meeting the needs of children."
Every year, Children's Day in Guatemala is celebrated either at home, in schools or in other spaces. Celebrations often include, but not limited to, gift exchanges, games both inside and outside of school, recreational activities and gatherings.
In addition, theatres, cinemas and museums organize their own events for Children's Day for the whole family to enjoy.
Children's Day also serves as a crucial reminder to focus on children's rights, welfare, health, education and safeguarding them from labor exploitation. It also reminds adults to protect children, ensure their basic health and well-being and provide them education.
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