World Care Day 2025

World Care Day is the world’s biggest celebration of children who grow up in care.

Sunday February 16, 2025

“Celebrating Every Journey”

This World Care Day, we’re shining a light on the unique stories of young people in care.

With the 2025 theme, “Celebrating Every Journey,” we honour the different paths each person in care may take, recognising that no two stories are the same. From personal achievements to moments of resilience, this day is about celebrating every young person in care, their achievements, their strength and their story.

Join us as we #SnapThatStigma and show the world the strength, courage, and success. Together, we can create a future where every voice is heard.

Your Story: World Care Day 2025

To celebrate World Care Day 2025, we want to hear from YOU! Whether you’re currently in care or a care alumni, this is your chance to share your journey and achievements with the world.

We’re launching a campaign where you can submit your story of growth, resilience, or any milestone you’re proud of. You can share your story in any way that feels right for you—whether it’s a video, a piece of artwork, or written content. Your story will be featured on CREATE’s website and social media, inspiring others and helping us #SnapThatStigma.

How to submit:

Share a video (2 minutes or less)
Upload a photo of your artwork
Write your story (300 words max)

We want to celebrate your unique journey and show the world what young people in care can achieve. Submit today and be part of World Care Day 2025!

Send it to marketing@create.org.au

Ruby

I never gave up, I found what worked for me regarding my learning style and did the best I could to graduate from VCAL. But I didn’t finish there I decided I wanted to also go to university, which is something I’ve always wanted to do. Now I’m weeks away from completing my bachelor’s degree proving to not only myself but everyone else that my education does matter.

Host an Event

To celebrate World Care Day 25, we encourage people to organise their own celebration of kids in care with fun events and activities that brings the community together. Some ideas include a morning tea picnic, talent show, art showcase, or something adventurous like a games!

If you are organising a #WorldCareDay25 event in your area and would like us to promote it for you, please send a brief summary and link to erin.laing@create.org.au.

Attend an Event

Check out all of the fun events we have on around the country to celebrate World Care Day.

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History of World Care Day

Now in its’ ninth year, the Care Day initiative is underpinned by a collective of nine global voice of care organisations from across the world, including EPIC in Ireland, VOYPIC in Northern Ireland, Who Cares? Scotland, and Become in the UK, Voices from Care in Wales, Fepa in Spain, Fice in Croatia, Voyce in New Zealand and CREATE in Australia all working together to promote conversations about young people defying the odds and succeeding in their own right.