Lighting up the future for World Children's Day

"And children here in China have raised their voices in solidarity with the world's most disadvantaged and vulnerable children appealing to the world to support children to grow to be the best they can be, respecting and protecting their rights regardless of their race, religion or where they are born."

Zhu Shenghe, one of the child representatives from Tianjin, said children should be treated equally regardless of their identity or background. He also translated the contents of the convention into Tianjin rhythmic clapper talk, a local folk art, and has performed in schools for classmates and teachers to advocate for children's rights.

Chen Kun, actor and also a UNICEF ambassador, praised the children's speaking up and encouraged everyone, young and old, to "do our part for a better future for children, and join forces to call on world leaders to commit to fulfilling the rights of every child now and in future generations, so they stay in school, are safe from harm and can fulfill their potential."