International Day of Families

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2023 Date	15 May 2023
2024 Date	15 May 2024

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International Day of Families in 2023

Monday, 15 May

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International Day of Families History

International Day of Families is an annual celebration and observance aimed at promoting the importance of families as the fundamental unit of society. The day event focuses on fostering the general well-being of families and individuals by highlighting various aspects of family life, including education, health, and social wellbeing. Throughout the world, diverse organizations and communities come together to create events that raise awareness, provide resources, and strengthen the familial bonds that form the foundations of our societies.

Initially proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1993, the International Day of Families has been celebrated every year since 1994. Each year is dedicated to a specific theme that promotes dialogue and understanding on pertinent issues affecting global families. Past themes have included topics like "Families, education and well-being" and "Families and climate action." This day offers governments, organizations, and communities a platform to discuss and address challenges faced by families, including poverty, lack of access to education and healthcare, and the changing dynamics of family structures in the modern world.

In Australia, International Day of Families is embraced with enthusiasm, as events and initiatives are organized to celebrate family values and promote general well-being among Australian families. With a focus on education, health, and social issues, communities and organizations come together to create a day that demonstrates the importance of family in all aspects of our lives. The International Day of Families is observed on the 15th of May every year, uniting families and individuals in Australia and around the world in honouring the significant role families play in our societies.

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International Day of Families facts

The theme for International Day of Families in 2022 was Families and Urbanization.
The median age at first marriage has been rising in Australia. In 2021, the median age for men was 30.8 years old and for women, it was 29.4 years old.
Australian families have been growing in number over the past few decades. As of 2021, there are approximately 7.3 million families in Australia.