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Reflecting on the journey towards equality

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Stories
English
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On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we mark the International Decade for People of African Descent shedding light on the challenges faced by people of African descent and what is needed to achieve recognition, justice, and development.

A/70/222: Report on the care and recovery of child victims

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Thematic reports
English
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During the 70th session of the General Assembly in October 2015, the Special Rapporteur on the sale and sexual exploitation of children presented a thematic report on the establishment of comprehensive, rights-based and child-centred care, recovery and reintegration programmes.

Right of everyone to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health

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Thematic reports
English
Published Date
The prevention of child mortality should remain a global priority. But beyond sheer survival, children have a right to thrive, develop in a holistic way to their full potential and enjoy good physical and mental health in a sustainable world. The present report argues that early childhood, a crucial time for effective investments in individual and societal health, must receive significantly more attention and a more adequate response from all relevant actors, including in the post-2015 agenda.