International Day of Families, 15 May 1999

“Families for all ages”

This theme was suggested in the context of the International Year of Older Persons, and provides the opportunity to celebrate the contributions of older persons to families and societies, as well as, to highlight their role and the intergenerational dimensions of families in the context of demographic ageing.

In addition, the programme of action adopted by the World Summit for Social Development calls for strengthening family support systems as one way to protect older persons and promote their independence.

Message of the Secretary General
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Information about the Theme of the Day

Information Note on the Observance of the International Day of Families: Ideas for the observance of the Day | English | Español | Francais |

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Mr. Eric Olson
Focal Point on the Family
Division for Social Policy and Development
Department of Economic and Social Affairs United Nations
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Tel: +1(212) 963-0013
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