Mother’s Day Celebration Worldwide Today

People across the world are celebrating Mother’s Day today, observed annually on the second Sunday of May to recognize the love, sacrifice, and lifelong dedication of mothers. The occasion highlights the vital role mothers play in nurturing families and shaping society.

Families and children are marking the day by expressing gratitude and affection toward their mothers through greetings, gifts, and heartfelt messages. The observance serves as a reminder of the endless care and support mothers provide throughout life.

The origins of Mother’s Day date back to the early 20th century in the United States. Social activist Anna Reeves Jarvis worked to improve public health and reduce child mortality, inspiring her daughter Anna Jarvis to campaign for a day dedicated to mothers. In 1907, Anna Jarvis organized a memorial gathering in honor of her late mother, which later inspired the modern celebration of Mother’s Day.

The movement gained widespread recognition, and in 1914, then US President Woodrow Wilson officially declared the second Sunday of May as Mother’s Day. Since then, the occasion has been observed in many countries around the globe.

The first official celebration took place in West Virginia in 1908, driven by Anna Jarvis’s belief that mothers deserved special recognition for their selfless contributions to their families and society.

Mother’s Day is now regarded as more than a symbolic celebration. It is an occasion to acknowledge the countless sacrifices mothers make every day, from caring for children through illness to supporting families during difficult times.

The day is also being observed in Bangladesh with warmth and affection, as many people take time from their busy routines to thank their mothers and express love and appreciation for their enduring support and unconditional care.