Today marks International Day of Families

15 мая 2017

The International Day of Families is observed by 2.7 million Belarusian families. More than 117,000 children were born in the country last year. The number of multichild families is increasing every year.

Festive campaigns and events will be taking place today throughout the country. Prior to the International Day of Families, 140 women received the highest award — the Order of Mother — - for bringing up five or more children.

The International Day of Families was first observed all over the world in 1994. It was established on the initiative of the United Nations.