NEWS: Young People's Voices Must Be Heard, UN Officials Stress On Day of African Child (AFRICA)

Young People's Voices Must Be Heard, UN Officials Stress On Day of African Child

UN News Service (New York)

Posted to the web 16 June 2008

United Nations officials are today marking the Day of the African Child by highlighting the need to ensure that the voices of young people are heard in their schools, communities and countries.

"Right to Participate: Let Children Be Seen and Heard" is the theme of this year's Day, observed annually on 16 June, which is being commemorated in countries across the continent with events including songs, dances and drama presentations.

The UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) has marked the Day by drawing attention to the importance of the active involvement of children in schools, community action, media and governance.

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