What is International Childfree Day?
Each year on August 1, International Childfree Day occurs. Both on this day, show your love and respect to those who choose to live a child-free life.
Raising children is a rewarding life.. Having a family seems to be the next big step in our journey through adulthood. However, some parents prefer to remain childless. This special day, known as Non-Parent's Day, reminds us that having children should be a choice rather than an expectation.
The National Organization for Non-Parents was founded in 1972 with the intention of changing the narrative for childless couples. The 400 member group came together to help one another and educate others on the benefits of being childless. The group faded into the background after changing their name to the National Alliance for Optional Parenthood in the 1980s, still assisting members in other countries.
Author Laura Carroll revived the day in 2013. And from family members, many people who choose not to have children are mocked oftentimes. Carroll said, "It's time for this "Day" to be celebrated once more as a way to honor amazing childfree people and their families, as well as helping foster the acceptance of the childfree lifestyle in today's society." Carroll has held functions to honor winners of the Childfree Woman and Man of the Year since then.
