Zelenskyy Moves Ukraine's Children's Protection Day

Ukraine Shifts Children's Protection Day to November 20 Kyiv, Ukraine – In a significant move, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has officially changed the date of Children's Protection Day. The holiday, previously celebrated on June 1st, will now be observed annually on November 20th. This decision aligns Ukraine's celebration with the UN's Universal Children's Day, observed globally on the same date. The decree, signed on May 30th, 2025, took immediate effect. According to the official decree, the change aims to better integrate Ukraine's commemoration of children's rights with international standards and practices. The move has been welcomed by many child advocacy groups who see it as a step towards greater international cooperation on children's issues. "This is a positive step for Ukraine," stated a representative from a leading children's rights organization. "Aligning our celebrations with the UN's Universal Children's Day will help raise awareness and strengthen our commitment to protecting children's rights." The change is expected to have minimal disruption to celebrations, with the new date providing opportunities for broader participation and increased global recognition of Ukraine's efforts to protect its children.