The real solution is to improve the incomes of the poor and provide their children with decent education.
Carol BellamyA 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.
Carol BellamyBy ratifying the Convention, governments become legally bound to implement the rights therein.
Carol BellamyWhat is needed now are increased efforts to promote youth participation and commitment; more services aimed at youth; more parental involvement; more education and information, using schools and other sites; more protection for girls, orphaned children and young women;and more partnerships with people with HIV and AIDS.
Carol Bellamy