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Web version   New York Nov 19 2014 7:00PM   UN News Centre with breaking news from the UN News Service  A child with his mother. Photo: UNICEF/Naser Siddique UN SPOTLIGHTS CHILDREN'S RIGHTS AS WORLD GEARS UP TO MARK 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF LANDMARK TREATY As the global human rights community readies to celebrate tomorrow the 25th anniversary of the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the United Nations committee charged with its implementation highlighted the right of children to actively participate – and not just be heard – in discussions that affect their lives and communities. Read more RELATED UN celebrates awarding of Nobel Peace Prize to children's rights activists The United Nations lauded today's awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to two human rights activists, saying the winners had received well-deserved recognition for championing children's rights around the world. Read more TOPICS Peace and Security -  Economic Development -  Humanitarian Aid -  Environment -  Human Rights -  UN Affais, Secretary-General -  Women, Children, Population -  Law, Crime Prevention -  Health, Poverty -  Culture, Education United Nations News Center mailing system If you have problems reading this, please consult the web version UN News Service Contact Radio News and Media

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