International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression

Held on : 4th June

The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is observed on June 4 each year. The purpose of the day is to acknowledge the pain suffered by children throughout the world, who are the victims of physical, mental and emotional abuse. This day affirms the UN's commitment to protect the rights of children. It was initiated on on 19 August 1982 as a result of an emergency special session on the question of Palestine. The General Assembly, appalled at the great number of innocent Palestinian and Lebanese children victims of Israel's acts of aggression, decided to commemorate June 4 of each year as the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression

This day also creates awareness about the impact of monstrosity of abuse, in all its forms, against children. Various individuals and organizations all over the world observe this day by taking part in awareness campaigns centred on protecting children's rights.

Holiday Status - It is not a holiday

Alternate Name - United Nations' (UN) International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression