The World Celebrates International Day of the African Child
全球慶祝國際非洲兒童日
更新於: 2026年6月16日 上午03:30
On June 16 each year, the world observes the International Day of the African Child.
每年6月16日，全世界都會慶祝「非洲兒童國際日」。
Established in 1991 by the African Union, this day commemorates the courageous students of the 1976 Soweto Uprising.
此紀念日由非洲聯盟於1991年設立，旨在緬懷1976年索韋托起義中勇敢的學生們。
These brave children marched to demand better education and the right to learn in their own languages, facing tragic violence in their pursuit of justice.
這些勇敢的兒童為了要求更好的教育以及用自己的語言學習的權利而遊行，並在追求正義的過程中遭遇了悲劇性的暴力。
Today, the day serves as a vital platform for advocacy, focusing on the rights, welfare, and future of children across the African continent.
如今，這一天作為一個重要的倡議平台，重點關注非洲大陸兒童的權利、福利與未來。
It acts as a call to action for governments and organizations to improve access to quality education, healthcare, and protection from harm.
它呼籲各國政府和組織採取行動，改善優質教育、醫療保健的獲取管道，並提供保護以遠離傷害。
By reflecting on the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, stakeholders reaffirm their commitment to creating a brighter, sustainable future.
透過反思《非洲兒童權利與福利憲章》，各利害關係人重申了他們創造更光明、可持續未來的承諾。
