Flag for children's rights: Eisenstadt sets signs for young generation

Flag for children's rights: Eisenstadt sets signs for young generation

On November 20 Every year the "Day of Children's Rights" is celebrated, and today the flag "Children have rights" was hoisted in front of the country house in Eisenstadt on the occasion of this important occasion. The action should draw attention to the rights and needs of children and emphasize their importance in society.

The ceremonial ceremony took place in the presence of several important personalities, including deputy governor Astrid Eisenkopf, State Councilor Daniela Winkler and President Robert Hergovich. Pupils from two classes of the Eisenstadt elementary schools and shooters also accompanied this symbolic act on the mountains. The flag will remain visible until November 27, 2024.

education and environmental rights in the focus

The educational councilor Daniela Winkler took the opportunity to point out the fundamental rights such as education and protection. She emphasized: "In many countries, the situation of the children is still very difficult. Every day, millions of children become victims of physical, mental or sexual violence. We have to protect our children from violence by all means." The rights that are recorded in the UN Convention on Children's Rights also include a healthy environment.

Landtag President Hergovich added that the hoist of the flag is a social obligation. He explained: "With the hoist of the children's rights flag on the country house, an important sign is set to increasingly raise awareness of the rights of children and adolescents. Children need special protection and care so that they can develop as best as possible." The state of Burgenland is already taking measures to support families and children and promote their protection.

The state government's commitment on this day not only serves the symbolic meaning, but also the practical implementation of children's rights in society. This special day is an annual reminder that children's rights not only exist in theory, but must be actively perceived and protected by society and politics. The initiative aims to sustainably promote awareness of these basic rights.

For more information on this dedicated use for children's rights and the measures of the state of Burgenland, a look at www.meinbezirk.at , where the backgrounds and goals of this important action are explained in more detail.