Today, November 20, in many countries various events are taking place in many countries around the world on the occasion of World Children's Day, UNN reports.
It was on November 20, 1959, that the United Nations adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child. 30 years later, also on November 20, the UN adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
The purpose of today's event is to draw the attention of the general public, organizations and government agencies to issues aimed at practical implementation of measures to ensure the well-being of children around the world. the world.
According to statistics, 25% of the world's population are children under the age of 14. In Ukraine, this figure is about 15%.
In the first few months of 2023, 96755 children were born in Ukraine 96755 children were born in Ukraine, including 47129 girls and 49626 boys. This is 28% less compared to the same period in 2021. to the corresponding period of 2021.
It is also on November 20 that the UN celebrates the the professional holiday of doctors who care about children's health - Pediatrician's Day.
Pediatrics is a separate branch of medical science. The main task of this discipline and pediatric activity is to preserve children's health.
The development of pediatric science has reduced the percentage of of childhood diseases and reduce the number of deaths from especially life-threatening diseases. A significant role in this is played by vaccinations and and prophylactic measures, which are carried out under the professional control and supervision of pediatricians.
Today is also the Day of Industrialization of Africa. Day, an event dedicated to the need for intensive industrial development of African countries. of African countries.
According to the church calendar, November 20 is the feast day of St. Proclus. St. Proclus, who was a bishop in Constantinople.
According to legend, an earthquake once struck the city. Proclus took the people outside and began to pray with them. The Lord heard their prayers and the earthquake stopped.
Today Alexei, Anatoly, Vasily celebrate their name days, Vladimir, Grigory, and Anna.