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Unicef Created
UNICEF is created in December 1946 by the United Nations to provide food, clothing and health care to TO Europian children. -
Education
Begins an abiding concern with education, starting with support to teacher training and classroom equipment in newly independent countries. -
UNICEF becomes permanent part of the UN
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Declaration of the Rights of the Child
The UN General Assembly adopts the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, which defines children’s rights to protection, education, health care, shelter and good nutrition. -
Nobel Peace Prize
For the promotion of brotherhood among nations. -
International Year of the Child
Marked by celebrations around the world, people and organizations reaffirm their commitment to children’s rights -
Breastfeeding Code approved
