In 1964, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, marking a significant step towards the protection and well-being of children worldwide.

Key figures included member states of the UN, with a significant influence from child advocacy organizations and humanitarian activists who emphasized children's rights.

This declaration had a profound impact on international law and led to the 1989 Convention on the Rights of the Child, the first legally binding global agreement on children's rights, ratified by 196 countries.

Following the declaration, many countries re-evaluated their domestic laws and policies to better protect children's rights, paving the way for improvements in education and health care for minors.

Did you know that 20 November is celebrated globally as Universal Children’s Day, a result of the Declaration's adoption?

On average, 80% of children around the world have benefited from enhanced legal protections since the adoption of the declaration and subsequent conventions.

The Convention has been translated into more than 100 languages, making it one of the most widely understood texts dedicated to children's rights.

The principles established by this convention continue to inspire global movements advocating for children’s education, health, and protection from violence and exploitation.

What are some ways you've seen children's rights advocated for in your life or community?