
Apr 23, 2016
National Sovereignty and Children's Day 2016
This Doodle’s Key Themes
Today, Turkey celebrates both its independence and its nation's youth — the future of the Turkish Republic. Sovereignty and Children's Day is a week-long celebration filled with games, dances, and a very special tradition.
On this day, school children send their own elected representatives to the offices of government officials and civil services. The children's representatives replace the President, Prime Minister, cabinet officials and governors. The kids also sign executive orders concerning education, environmental policies, and other issues related to the world they will inherit.
But this day isn't just for Turkey. Over the past couple of years, children from all over the world have travelled as delegates, staying with local Turkish families. International Children's day has been embraced worldwide as an opportunity for kids to learn about different cultures and to consider the future of our world.
Where this Doodle appeared
Discover more Doodles by color
Did you know?
The very first Doodle launched as an “out of office” message of sorts when company founders Larry and Sergey went on vacation.
Learn MoreDid you know?
The first Doodle launched in 1998, before Google was officially incorporated.
Learn MoreDid you know?
The first same day Doodle was created in 2009 when water was discovered on the moon.
Learn MoreDid you know?
Doodle for Google student contest winners have gone on to become professional artists
Learn MoreDid you know?
The time it takes from sketch to launch for a Doodle varies widely: some have taken years and others just a few hours!
Learn MoreDid you know?
Hundreds of Doodles launch around the world every year. Often, several different ones are live in different places at the same time!
Learn MoreDid you know?
Our most frequently recurring Doodle character is Momo the Cat - named after a real-life team pet!
Learn More