Honoring the Sacred Institution of the Family International Day of Families – May 15 - IMAM-US.org

The Central Public Mobilization and Statistics Service today, 15 May 2025, wrote a press release on the occasion of World Family Day, which is celebrated on May 15, 1993, approved by the United Nations General Assembly to call for attention to the family and to urge all States and official and non-governmental bodies to work towards raising the standard of living.

World Family Day is on May 15, 1994, after being officially declared by the General Assembly of the United Nations. This date seeks to raise awareness about the fundamental role of the family within society and how social, economic and cultural changes impact today. Also read: Tips for Family Travel What does the family represent today? The traditional idea of family has evolved. Today there are various types of households that must also be reco…

The United Nations General Assembly decided, in 1993, by resolution (A/RES/47/237), that the International Family Day (IDF) should be marked on 15 May each year.

The International Family Day is celebrated today, May 15, worldwide, including in the United Nations General Assembly in 1993. This day promotes family values – solidarity, equality and mutual support – as the basis of a healthy society. In 2025, the global theme is "Family and Climate Change", stressing the essential role of families in adopting a sustainable lifestyle. During this day, the leadership of the Republic of Moldova has sent a messa…

Honoring the Sacred Institution of the Family International Day of Families – May 15 - IMAM-US.org

On the International Day of Families, we take a moment to reflect on the central role of the family in nurturing individuals and preserving the moral and spiritual fabric of society. In Islam, the family is not merely a social unit—it is a sacred institution, divinely ordained and sustained by God’s mercy and wisdom.The Quran beautifully describes the divine foundation of family and marriage. God states, “And of His signs is that He created for …