Embracing the Human Future
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The Decade for Childhood provides a platform for a global conversation about childhood and the exchange of ideas and experiences, the dissemination of knowledge, and the consideration of best policies and practices. Through collaboration and partnerships at local, regional, national, and international levels, we will extend our work, especially when enriched by insights across multiple sectors, including education, health, ecology, recreation, sociology, and psychology.
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The Ten Pillars of a Good Childhood
The Ten Pillars of a Good Childhood are a starting point that can be used to consider what
a good childhood looks like today. Please use these pillars for your engagement
with this decade. How are they relevant to the experience of
childhood in your home, your community, or your nation? Share the Ten Pillars
with others. We would like to hear your opinions about the pillars and about
creative ways that the pillars have been used by you to guide policies and
practices related to the experience of childhood.
- Safe and secure places for
living and learning, with access to health care, clothing, and nutritious
food
- Strong families and loving,
consistent caregivers
- Social interactions and
friendships
- Creative play and physical
activity
- Appreciation and stewardship
of the natural environment
- Creative expression through
music, dance, drama, and the other arts
- Education that develops the
full capacities of the child—cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and
ethical
- Supportive, nurturing,
child-friendly communities
- Growing independence and
decision making
- Children and youth
participating in community life.
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