Argentina
Kites for Peace
Thursday, 20 November 2014More than 1,500 children gathered for programs with neighbor children, and to fly kites for peace. The day ended with an interfaith prayer guided by Escuela de Amor.
Strengthening the Child Protection System in Argentina
Friday, 21 November 2014In collaboration with GNRC member and faith-based organization SERPAJ (Servicio Paz y Justicia), GNRC set up a workshop of information for the advocacy of children's rights.
Barbados
From Commitment to Action: Barbadian Religious Leaders work on Protocol to Prevent and Protect Children from Child Abuse
Thursday, 20 November 2014The Child Care Board of Barbados assembled approximately forty religious leaders in a symposium to examine a protocol for church leaders. This protocol is for reporting and preventing child sexual abuse.
Bhutan
World Day Observance in Bhutan
Thursday, 20 November 2014World Day Observance in Bhutan, in Thimphu.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Positive Parenting Workshop
Thursday, 20 November 2014Women's Association "Mosaic" in cooperation with the Municipality of Visoko, Sports Association High, religious communities, primary and secondary schools, plans to hold workshops on positive parenting.
Workshop and Training for the Youth: Advocacy and Its Use in Ending Child Poverty
Thursday, 20 November 2014This workshop will teach the youth to efficiently use advocacy mechanisms to help eradicate poverty. They will then be invited to participate in a round table discussion to develop a strategy to eradicate child poverty on a municipal level.
Positive Parenting Workshop for Children and Parents
Thursday, 20 November 2014This two-part workshop will involve the Learning to Live Together manual, the face to face method, and a documentary viewing of Breath of Life.
Prayer Against Violence Against Children and Youth
Saturday, 22 November 2014We will visit the park at our town centre and offer an interfaith prayer for all children and youth who were victims of violence and abuse.
A Visit to All God's Houses
Saturday, 22 November 2014In cooperation with the Inter-religious Council Doboj, youth and adults from all religious groups will visit the centers of other religious communities.
Children's Activities
Saturday, 22 November 2014Women's Association "Mosaic" in cooperation with the Municipality of Visoko, Sports Association High, religious communities, primary and secondary schools, plans to hold a day of creative activities for children.
Round Table: Eradication of Poverty, End Child Poverty
Thursday, 27 November 2014To launch the initiative to develop a strategy on ending poverty, we will organize a round table discussion and invite professionals and workers in that field.
Brazil
World Day of Prayer and Action in Guarabira
Thursday, 06 November 2014In the city of Guarabira (Paraíba State) celebrations took place during the entire month (from November 6 to November 27).
World Day of Prayer and Action in Gravatai
Wednesday, 12 November 2014In Gravatai, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Ubatuba
Friday, 14 November 2014Twice in Ubatuba, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Campinas
Saturday, 15 November 2014In Campinas, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Indaiatuba
Sunday, 16 November 2014In Indaiatuba, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
Establishing the Day of Prayer and Action for Children
Wednesday, 19 November 2014The Day of Prayer and Action for Children is established by law as an official date of celebration in cities in Brazil.
Ecumenical Celebration and Donation
Wednesday, 19 November 2014The Good Shepherd College in Salvador da Bahia celebrated by calling the attention of the community to the urgency of preventing violence against children.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Porto Alegre
Thursday, 20 November 2014In Porto Alegre, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) celebrated at the College St. Agnes.
Open Day Celebration for Children and Their Families
Thursday, 20 November 2014With the Institute Frei Ludovico, Pastoral da Crianca organized a helpful day of celebration for children and families.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Salvador - BA
Thursday, 20 November 2014In Salvador - BA, the religious tradition and Ethics Education trained people will organize activities in the community and schools.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Brasilia
Thursday, 20 November 2014The World Day of Prayer and Action for Children was celebrated with a special plenary session in the Camaras de Deputados Federais (Chamber of Deputies) of Brazil,
World Day of Prayer and Action in Bahia
Friday, 21 November 2014In Bom Jesus da Lapa in Bahia, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) celebrated with a day of festivity and featured their message on local television.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Curitiba
Saturday, 22 November 2014With two events in Curitiba, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Sao Paulo
Saturday, 22 November 2014In Sao Paulo, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions celebrated with various activities.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Farroupilha
Saturday, 22 November 2014In Farroupilha, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Blumenau
Saturday, 22 November 2014In Blumenau, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
Recreational Workshops for Excluded Children and At-Risk Youth
Saturday, 22 November 2014DPAC was celebrated on the 22nd of November at the Catholic Marist School of Samambaia, a center for excluded children and at risk youth.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Caxias do Sul
Saturday, 22 November 2014In Caxias do Sul, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Barra do Garças
Sunday, 23 November 2014In Barra do Garças, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Ubatuba
Wednesday, 26 November 2014Twice in Ubatuba, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Sumare
Saturday, 29 November 2014In Sumare, Pastoral da Crianca (Children's Ministry) together with religious traditions will celebrate their year-round project of conversation circles.
Chile
World Day of Prayer and Action in Chile
Thursday, 20 November 2014Five supporting organizations come together as GNRC Chile celebrates World Day with an interfaith discussion group on childhood, inter-religious prayer and a public campaign for the proper treatment of children.
Awareness Campaign
Thursday, 20 November 2014An awareness-raising campaign took place in a disadvantaged neighborhood in Santiago de Chile.
Panel Discussion on the Convention on the Rights of the Child
Tuesday, 09 December 2014A panel discussion on the Convention on the Rights of the Child was organized in commemoration of the International Day of Human Rights.
Colombia
World Day of Prayer and Action in Bogota
Saturday, 22 November 2014With the support of UNICEF and IELC, the day of prayer and action in Bogota was celebrated with an interfaith gathering and discussion on upholding children's rights locally.
Youth Parade
Saturday, 29 November 2014A parade through the streets of St. Augustin marked the day of prayer and action in Istmina, which ended with an interfaith prayer, activities, and the inauguration of an ecological kiosk.
Congo
Assisting Brazzaville's Expelled Children
Tuesday, 18 November 2014Advocating to stop violence done against children, and to improve their living conditions in Congo, their land of refuge.
Cuba
Day of Prayer and Action for Children Without Social Welfare
Thursday, 20 November 2014An event for the Day of Prayer and Action will be held in the city of Matanzas, at the home for children without support from social welfare.
World Day of Prayer and Action at the Parque de la Libertad
Thursday, 20 November 2014The city of Matanzas will congregate at the Parque de la Libertad to honor children who do not have parental support, as well as adults who suffer from HIV and AIDS.
Hospital Visit in Holguín
Thursday, 20 November 2014On the national level, Cuba's Day of Prayer and Action event is held in an oncology hospital in Holguín. A Quaker pastor and her congregation will visit patients to meet, pray and act to improve the quality of life for children suffering from cancer.
Preventing Violence in Simpson
Thursday, 20 November 2014The World Day of Prayer and Action for Children will be observed in Simpson, a poverty-stricken area of Matanzas.
World Day of Prayer and Action throughout Cuba
Thursday, 20 November 2014The Seventh-Day Adventist Church (Protestant Christian denomination) celebrated the Day of Prayer and Action throughout the country with children and their families.
World Day of Prayer and Action at the Kairos Center
Thursday, 20 November 2014A celebration and observation of World Day will be held at the Kairos Center in Matanzas, with children from poor neighborhoods.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Santiago de Cuba
Thursday, 20 November 2014GNRC-Cuba will celebrate the World Day of Prayer and Action at the Lavastida Ecumenical Center in the province of Santiago de Cuba.
Preventing Violence in Los Mangos
Thursday, 20 November 2014The World Day of Prayer and Action for Children will be observed in Los Mangos, a poverty-stricken area of Matanzas.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Sancti Spíritus
Thursday, 20 November 2014An interfaith celebration for children of marginalized neighborhoods was held in Sancti Spiritus, educating the youth on their rights.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Matanzas
Thursday, 20 November 2014In 2009, Rev. Dr. Ofelia Ortega started Day of Prayer and Action's yearly event at the Evangelical Theology Seminary of Matanzas. Since then, the event has been held with students and families of various denominations of the Seminary.
Country-wide Celebration in Churches
Thursday, 20 November 2014The Seventh-day Adventist Church (Protestant Christian denomination) celebrated the day of prayer and action in all of its chapels throughout the country, with children and their families.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Havana
Thursday, 20 November 2014The World Day of Prayer and Action will be observed at the Instituto Superior Ecuménico de Ciencias de la Religión (Advanced Ecumenical Institute of Religious Science).
Preventing Violence in La Marina
Thursday, 20 November 2014The World Day of Prayer and Action for Children will be observed in La Marina, a poverty-stricken area of Matanzas.
World Day of Prayer and Action at the Havana Center
Thursday, 20 November 2014The Day of Prayer and Action will be observed at the Havana Center, located in an area of poverty.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Santa Clara
Saturday, 06 December 2014An event for the World Day of Prayer and Action for children will be held in Santa Clara, linked to the celebration of the World Day of People with Disabilities.
Dominican Republic
A Workshop on Peace
Saturday, 15 November 2014On November 15th, a workshop with adolescents of the C+ group was organized. The workshop took place at the Centre of Friends of Cabrera, with the support of Arter and Elbien.com: partner organizations of GNRC.
A March and Vigil
Thursday, 20 November 2014To raise awareness on violence against children, GNRC teamed up with the foundations Elbien.com and Arter for a march through Cabrera.
The Santo Domingo Interfaith Breakfast
Friday, 28 November 2014In Santo Domingo, an interfaith breakfast for religious and spiritual leaders of the country took place on the 28th of November. The event was organized by the GNRC together with the NGO Coalition for Children.
Ecuador
Forum on Eradicating Violence Toward Children
Friday, 24 October 2014This will be a forum on ways of eradicating violence toward children in our environment, with the participation of government officials, representatives from the Working Youth Program, religious officials, UNICEF and UNESCO.
A Moment of Prayer Across Religions
Thursday, 20 November 2014On Thursday, November 20, every church, organization, and educational institution will organize an intense and profound moment of ecumenical prayer at their respective locations, in harmony with the entire world.
A Day of Prayer and a Festival of the Arts
Saturday, 22 November 2014A day of prayer and a festival of the arts, with music and art performances will be preceded by a march through the streets promoting the rights of children. The children of Ecuador will present a statement to government officials.
India
Week for Holistic Welfare of Children
Friday, 14 November 2014With a series of programmes and outreach activities, Ramakrishna Mission and its partners observe the Global Week for Holistic Welfare of Children, which begins on November 14 and culminates on the Day of Prayer and Action for Children: November 20.
Standing up with 1 Million Indian Children
Thursday, 20 November 2014Shanti Ashram and GNRC India focus on child rights literacy, and community service to end child marriage. Throughout the month will be training programs for volunteers, public education and action programs, and special programs on November 14 and 20.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Vasai
Thursday, 20 November 2014The Catholic Diocese of Vasai will gather over a thousand children from houses for those who have been abandoned and orphaned, in the presence of the Archbishop, to celebrate the Day of Prayer and Action.
Indonesia
Learning to Live Together Workshop for Students
Saturday, 27 September 2014An ethics education program conducted with students from various schools began with an interfaith prayer session for children all over the world.
World Day of Prayer and Action Peace Campaign
Monday, 29 September 2014Students at Amalina Islamic School celebrated the World Day of Prayer and Action with various activities in a campaign for peace.
Japan
Panel Discussions on Online Violence Against Children
Friday, 21 November 2014Today, the internet is rapidly becoming a distinct setting where children's rights are violated. These panel discussions will explore the World Day's response to child abuse online, as keynote speaker John Carr provides expert insights.
Kenya
National Polio Campaign
Thursday, 20 November 2014GNRC member Sen. H. Kipchumba took his message of fighting polio literally door-to-door to a Church group that is resistant to the use of modern medicine including immunization.
A Visit to a Children's Home: A Mobilization Campaign
Saturday, 22 November 2014The gesture of visiting a children's home will mobilize religious leaders and children's rights advocates to pray and take action against the aggression done to children all over Kenya.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Isiolo
Saturday, 29 November 2014With the support and participation of Isiolo Women of Faith, GNRC Kenya celebrated the day of prayer and action in Pepo La Tumaini Jangwani - a center for girls rescued from early marriages and commercial work.
Lebanon
World Day of Prayer and Action in Beirut
Thursday, 20 November 2014The school of Saint-Sauveur celebrated the Day of Prayer and Action with a performance of a play entitled "Latest News," a few words from Fr. Abdo Raad, and visits to religious sites.
Mauritius
Training Sessions on Positive Parenting
Saturday, 15 November 2014Experts on parenting will coach and train resource persons in positive parenting. These resource people will conduct focus group discussions on positive parenting next year.
Mozambique
Faith-based organizations promoting children’s rights in religious ceremonies nationwide
Friday, 21 November 2014Faith-based organizations promoting children’s rights in religious ceremonies nationwide November 2014.
Nepal
Awareness Program
Tuesday, 18 November 2014Various schools, colleges, and centers will host awareness programs through talks about the Day of Prayer and Action for Children.
Women's Workshop on Positive Parenting
Wednesday, 19 November 2014A workshop with women on positive parenting will be hosted at the Women's Education Program at Shanti Sewa Ashram in Koteshwor.
Interaction Program on Ethics Education
Wednesday, 19 November 2014An interaction program on Ethics Education will be hosted in three different orphanages in Kathmandu.
Interfaith Prayer
Thursday, 20 November 2014APED Nepal will continue their program for harmony with interfaith prayers involving various religions.
Art Competition
Thursday, 20 November 2014A creative competition in the arts will be held in schools across Nepal, as well as in homes for children and study clubs.
Media Broadcast
Thursday, 20 November 2014Interviews will be held across all possible media to raise awareness on child marriage.
Art Workshop for Peace
Friday, 21 November 2014APED Nepal will gather children of various backgrounds to participate in an workshop taught by renowned artists.
Interfaith Program and Prayers
Friday, 21 November 2014An interfaith interaction program on stopping child marriage will be hosted at Shanti Sewa Ashram in Kathmandu.
Workshop and Training Program for Children
Saturday, 22 November 2014A day-long workshop on the Day of Prayer and Action will be attended by children from different schools.
Nigeria
Studio Interview
Thursday, 20 November 2014To promote the Day of Prayer and Action in Nigeria, a media chat will be held to make every Nigerian child aware of the special day, and to encourage them to celebrate it among themselves.
Children's Peace Walk
Thursday, 20 November 2014The children of Nigeria will walk to condemn the violence done against them and the inability of the community to protect them.
Pakistan
Search of Justice
Wednesday, 19 November 2014CAN Pakistan shall launch an advocacy campaign of 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, appealing to religious leaders to support civil society efforts to raise the minimum marriage age in Punjab from 16 to 18.
Translation of the Positive Parenting Handbook
Thursday, 20 November 2014To help end violence against children and promote positive parenting in a more effective way, GNRC Pakistan will translate the positive parenting handbook into their native language, and launch the document in three cities.
Panama
Appeal to Media from Religious Leaders
Thursday, 20 November 2014Religious leaders across faiths signed an appeal for change in how children are portrayed in mass media.
Interfaith Youth Workshops: Growing Up Without Violence
Thursday, 20 November 2014GNRC continues its work in organizing dynamic workshops that involve two hundred to three hundred children from six different schools, each representing a different faith community.
Religious Services Across Faiths
Sunday, 23 November 2014Communities across different faiths and religions will speak out during their religious services about ending violence against children.
Interfaith Mass at the Don Bosco Basilica
Sunday, 23 November 2014With the support of the Ecumenical Committee and UNICEF, the messages of support for children's rights and to end violence against children culminated in an interfaith mass in Panama, which was broadcast by the media.
Philippines
Kites for Peace
Tuesday, 25 November 2014A creative children-led response to violence against children in conflict areas around the world, this project started in the Philippines and is now a global collaboration. This aims to be the biggest simultaneous kite-flying activity since Gaza's 13,000.
Portugal
Communication Campaign for the Civil Parenting Policy
Thursday, 20 November 2014Portugal's new Civil Parenting policy will help address the plight of over 8,00 children living in institutional housing, who are separated from the bond of a family. Few possible families know of this policy; this campaign will raise awareness for it.
World Day of Prayer and Action in Porto
Thursday, 20 November 2014Day of Prayer and Action observance at Colégio do Rosário, a school in Porto.
Romania
Creative Campaign to End Violence Against Children
Monday, 17 November 2014A contest of essays and paintings on non-violent alternatives to conflict will be launched in eight schools, and in centers for disadvantaged children. These will be displayed at the Gaudeamus book fair by CN Unesco.
Series of Positive Parenting Programs
Thursday, 20 November 2014Throughout October and November, two educational programs will take place. These aim to teach positive parenting to those who work with disadvantaged children.
Workshops about Violence Against Children
Friday, 21 November 2014Two workshops on violence against and between children will be held in eight schools, plus centers for disadvantaged children. These will culminate in presentations by the participating schools at the Gaudeamus book fair.
Serbia
Children's Performance: Mikin Sokak
Thursday, 20 November 2014Mikin Sokak is a mix of gypsy music and poetry by Miroslav Antic, the children's poet. It will be performed by Sombor's children's drama club in a primary school for over 150 young pupils.
Street Action for Children's Rights
Thursday, 20 November 2014Young volunteers will prepare a series of activities to draw attention to problems faced by children in the community and around the world, while distributing material about local educational and creative programs for children.
Art Workshops about Children's Rights
Thursday, 20 November 2014Teachers will organize free art workshops for children 7 to 10 years old to educate them on children's rights. These will begin on World Day for Prayer and Action, and last until the end of the year.
South Africa
Candlelight Ceremony
Tuesday, 18 November 2014Religions for Peace South Africa, in partnership with GNRC South Africa, gathered for a candlelight ceremony and prayers at the Mavela Creche and Mavela Tribal Court.
Youth Peace Forum: Stop Violence Against Children
Thursday, 20 November 2014The Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC), in partnership with Religions for Peace (WCRP) & info4africa invite you to join us at our youth peace forum, celebrating and observing World Day of Prayer and Action for Children (DPAC).
Spain
World Day of Prayer and Action in Madrid
Saturday, 22 November 2014Madrid celebrates the day of prayer and action with theatre performances, a picnic, games, music, and prayer.
United Kingdom
Our Future, Our Rights - Youth Rising #UpForSchool
Wednesday, 19 November 2014This youth rally and petition launch will gather Nobel Peace Prize winner Kailash Satyarthi, 2014 WISE Prize winner for Education Ann Cotton, Overseas Development Institute Executive Director Kevin Watkins, and young campaigners from all over the world.
United States
Panel Discussions on Online Violence Against Children
Monday, 10 November 2014Today, the internet is rapidly becoming a distinct setting where children's rights are violated. These panel discussions will explore the World Day's response to child abuse online, as keynote speaker John Carr provides expert insights.
Prayer Breakfast
Thursday, 20 November 2014Prayer Breakfast for the World Day of Prayer and Action for Children
Informational Presentation and Discussion
Thursday, 20 November 2014On the World Day of Prayer and Action, an informational presentation and discussion was held at Pentecostal Theological Seminary.