On September 17, 2012, the UN General Assembly adopted resolution 66/292, designating June 1 as the Global Day of Parents to honor parents' fundamental role in raising and nurturing children. The date follows the observance of the Day of the Child, reinforcing that caring for children is a shared responsibility that begins within the family. The day celebrates the commitment of mothers and fathers to their children and recognizes the sacrifices they make to build a healthy family relationship. It also highlights the importance of supporting parents psychologically, socially, and economically so they can fulfill their role effectively, and opens discussion on challenges facing modern families, from work pressures to raising children amid rapid technological change. The United Nations and family-focused organizations mark the day through events and awareness campaigns that showcase inspiring parenting stories, encourage children to express gratitude to their parents, and call on governments to adopt family-friendly policies such as maternity and paternity leave.