The Children’s Declaration for Peace
In the name of love, unity and harmony, we, the
children of the world, declare that now is the time for peace. As
creators of a better tomorrow, we envision social and environmental
equilibrium, individual and international co-operation and the
fulfillment of human potential as global goals.
To achieve equilibrium, education must be available
to all. This education should not only include academic, but also
personal, moral and spiritual development. With this education,
we can increase our awareness of global problems and develop our
ability to solve them. The freedom accorded to all people through
education shall be accompanied by the responsibility that will serve to
bridge the gaps between economic, religious, material, political and
cultural extremes.
As part of the earth’s living system, our
harmonious co-existence with nature is essential for the sustainability
of humanity.
We pledge our support to the United Nations.
However, we also stress the need for a more equitable
distribution of power to all countries to encourage the evolution of
peace. We desire self-determination for all people and hope that
the emerging leaders guide rather than govern.
We, the children, as one of the world’s
greatest untapped resources, accept the responsibility to further the
love, unity and harmony which exist in peace.
