International Day of Families
May 15 is observed as the International Day of the Families worldwide. International Day of the Families is celebrated every year to create awareness about the importance of families among people in modern times. As in current time, people are switching more towards solitary and independent mode of lifestyle and are rather moving away from the beautiful institution of society called “Family.
Various programs are organized all over the world to commemorate the day by planning different workshops, seminars and policy meetings for public officials and exhibitions. All programs are supported by United Nations - Division for Social Policy and Development. Different campaigns are also launched on International Day of Families to fortify and support family units.
May 15 has been celebrated as International Day of the Families since 1995. The year 1994 was declared as International year of families by United Nations.