International Day of Play 2024 Observed on 11 June
On June 11, 2024, the world will commemorate the inaugural International Day of Play, a momentous occasion dedicated to preserving, promoting, and prioritizing the act of play for all individuals, especially children.
Play is more than mere recreation; it is a universal language that transcends national, cultural, and socio-economic boundaries. This shared passion fosters a sense of community and national pride, while also nurturing resilience, creativity, and innovation in individuals.
For children, in particular, play is crucial for building relationships, improving emotional control, overcoming trauma, and developing problem-solving skills. It helps them acquire the cognitive, physical, creative, social, and emotional abilities they need to thrive in our rapidly changing world.
Restricting opportunities for play directly impedes a child’s well-being and development. The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child has enshrined play as a fundamental right of every child under Article 31.
In educational settings, play-based learning has been recognized as an effective approach to engage students actively in the learning process. It makes learning more enjoyable and relevant, thereby enhancing motivation and retention of information.
Moreover, play is considered to have a positive impact on promoting tolerance, resilience, and facilitating social inclusion, conflict prevention, and peacebuilding.
The International Day of Play creates a unifying moment at global, national, and local levels to elevate the importance of play. It signals a call for policies, training, and funding to integrate play into education and community settings worldwide.
To encourage playful interactions between parents/caregivers and children, governments and other stakeholders need to create an enabling environment that promotes and celebrates the joy of play.
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