As we have passed an important religious holiday, Eid, we are almost on another holiday that means a lot. Even though here, we are a bunch of university students we still feel it in our hearts while reminiscing those days that we celebrated, with lots of joy. And to those who didn’t have the honor of celebrating it as a kid, here’s a brief history: In Turkey, April 23, 1920, was declared as National Sovereignty and Children's Day to honor the Grand National Assembly's founding. This date is important to Turkish history since it was on this day that the newly established assembly took the initial steps toward creating the current Turkish Republic from the ruins of the Ottoman Empire. A significant turning point in Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's Turkish War of Independence was reached with the assembly. In addition to honoring the Turkish state's independence and sovereignty on April 23, Atatürk also devoted the day to the country's youth, realizing that they would be the nation's future caretakers. Since its official declaration as Children's Day in 1929, the holiday has evolved into a festival honoring the happiness and togetherness of children everywhere. It is a special occasion where kids get the chance to be heard and take part in activities that promote union and understanding since it places a strong emphasis on education, independence, and worldwide goodwill.
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