The children's movement in Korea dates back to March, 1923, when Bang Chung-hwan and other grown-ups set up "Saekdong-hoe", the first organization set up to promote the good of children. Coining and popularizing a new respectable word for children "uh-rin-ee", the organization did great pioneering work by designating the first of May as Children's Day, and observing it with various programs designed to enlighten the public on the importance of children as the nation's future successors, to help raise their status both inside and outside the home, and to foster national spirit in them.

The observance of Children's Day, which had been spreading throughout the whole country, was suspended by the Japanese colonical authorities, but was resumed after the Liberation. In 1946, May 5 was officially designated as Children's Day. The government followed up in 1957 with the establishment of the Children's Charter to be observed by the state, the community and the individual homes.

On this occasion of the 60th Children's Day, "Saesak-hoe", Korea is preparing to hold a photographic exhibition under the theme of "Papa and Child"; events will also be held in Japan and the United States.