# 29: A Global Call to Action

2007

A Global Call to Action for Early Childhood

Recently, there have been publications of many reports and research findings which demonstrate robust linkages between early childhood programmes and improving the well-being and development of a child (e.g., The Lancet, Strong Foundations—Global Monitoring Report 2007, The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, etc…). This document emphasizes the urgent need for investment in such programmes. These investments will ensure for improved health, nutrition, education, as well as acknowledgement of child rights and equality, especially among the most disadvantaged children. The paper advocates for cost-effective early childhood programmes to be placed as a priority for global development.

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