Though not a well-known holiday, the celebration of Children’s Day predates Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, here in the United States, but was not proclaimed a national holiday until June 2001. The United Nations celebrates it on November 20th.
In Turkey, it is a very important holiday. Celebrated each year on April 23, International Children’s Day is Mustafa Kemal Ataturk’s gift to the children of Turkey, celebrating their national sovereignty and the importance of preserving the spirit and dedication of all children.The national celebration includes children from all over the world. Here in New York, Nassau County Executive, the Honorable Edward P. Mangano, delivered the proclamation that April 23, 2011 is officially International Children's Day in the Sate of New York and that he welcomes the opportuntity to celebrate Long Island's diversity and its children.
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Turkish Cultural Center and Turkish Graduate Student Association at Buffalo organized "10th Annual Turkish Day" on April 23, 2013 at Student Union lobby of University at Buffalo (UB). Hundreds of students had a chance to learn Turkish culture and traditions including calligraphy and water marbling. There was also a poster session explaining unique facts about Turkey. In addition, guests enjoyed delicious Turkish foods and music for free.
