A century that began with children having virtually no rights is ending with children having the most powerful legal instrument that not only recognizes but protects their human rights.

And each of us can practice rights ourselves, treating each other without discrimination, respecting each other's dignity and rights.

Corporate partners help UNICEF fund our programmes for children, advocate with us on their behalf, or facilitate our work through logistical, technical, research or supply support.

Children have in the past and continue to influence policy makers.

The real solution is to improve the incomes of the poor and provide their children with decent education.

You need to get up in the morning and say, 'Boy, I'm going to - in my own stupid way - save the world today.'

Creating a world that is truly fit for children does not imply simply the absence of war... It means having primary schools nearby that educate children, free of charge... It means building a world fit for children, where every child can grow to adulthood in health, peace and dignity.