People Who Help Us - EYFS/Early Years activities, Displays and ideas
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‘People Who Help Us’ Packs - New people added!
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‘People Who Help Us’ linked Topics & Themes
Related special dates - United Nations Public Service Day (Scroll down to find out more)
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‘People Who Help Us’ Packs
- Additional packs added!
‘People Who Help Us’ GENERAL RESOURCES
- Updated with the addition of more characters!
‘People Who Help Us’ Work Place Role-Play Packs
‘People Who Help Us’ linked Topics & Themes
(More ‘People Who Help Us’ resources coming soon!)
Related Special Dates
Public Service Day
Public Service Day, officially known as the United Nations Public Service Day, is celebrated every year on 23rd June. It recognises the value of public service in the community and honours the contributions of public servants around the world.
🌍 Purpose and Background
Established by: United Nations General Assembly in 2002 (UN resolution A/RES/57/277).
First observed: 2003
Goal: To:
Highlight the role of public service in development.
Promote transparency, accountability, and citizen-centred governance.
Encourage young people to consider careers in the public sector.
🏛️ What Is "Public Service"?
Public service includes professionals who work in:
Education
Healthcare
Emergency services
Local and national government
Social work
Civil service
Public safety
Community development
These roles help deliver essential services and maintain the structure of society.
📅 Public Service Day in the UK
In the UK, while 23rd June is not widely marked as a public holiday or national event, it is sometimes acknowledged within:
Local government communications
Civil service networks
Public sector organisations
Events run by schools of public administration or leadership programmes
It’s an opportunity to appreciate key workers, especially in times of crisis (e.g., the pandemic highlighted their importance).
🏆 UN Public Service Awards
Each year, the United Nations holds a ceremony to present Public Service Awards to institutions that demonstrate excellence in:
Innovation
Inclusivity
Gender equality
Citizen engagement
Crisis response