ic solutions to the problems facing children and to commit the critical human and economic resources that will be called for. Expected outcomes of the Special Session The Special Session is expected to produce a global agenda with a set of goals and a plan of action devoted to ensuring three essential outcomes:The best possible start in life for all children. A good-quality basic education for all children. The opportunities for all children, especially adolescents, for meaningful participation in their communities. Partnerships for change“We cannot waste our precious children. Not another one, not another day. It is long past time for us to act on their behalf.” -- Nelson Mandela and Graa MachelNelson Mandela, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and Graa Machel, expert on children in armed conflict, are working with UNICEF to build broad support to change the world for children.Together they are calling on leaders from government, civil society and the private sector to form a global movement committed to ending discrimination against children and adolescents. Their hopes: To convince leaders to act To inspire and engage the public To hear what young people have to say. From there, the Global Movement for Children will carry this message to the world. The Global Movement will work to provide a united voice for all those throughout the world working to improve the lives of children.The aim of the partnership formed at the Special Session is to change the world for children and ensure that every child, without exception, is assured the right to dignity, security and self-fulfillment. Visit the Child Rights Information Network (CRIN) for more information on NGO activities and issues, including thematic caucuses (i.e. Child Rights, Children and Armed Conflicts, and Girls Caucuses) and regional caucuses and coalitions. The CRIN covered caucuses that met during the Second Substantive Session of the Preparatory Committee of the Special Se...
