Historical Events tagged with "child rights"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
UNICEF is Established for Children's Welfare
The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) was established to address the urgent needs of children in the aftermath of World War II. Originally launched as a temporary measure, UNICEF aimed to provide food, healthcare, and relief to children affected by the war across Europe and other regions. The organization was founded by the United Nations General Assembly, emphasizing the necessity of safeguarding children's rights and wellbeing globally. The initial focus on post-war recovery laid the groundwork for its future commitments to children's health and education worldwide.
Continue ReadingLina Medina becomes the youngest confirmed mother
Lina Medina, born in 1933 in Peru, gave birth at the age of five, becoming the youngest confirmed mother in medical history. Her case was discovered when her parents took her to a hospital in Puno due to abdominal swelling, where doctors initially suspected a tumor. Instead, they found she was pregnant. The birth occurred through a Cesarean section since her pelvic bones were not fully developed. Lina's son was named Gerardo and was born healthy.
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