The day will come when nations will be judged
not by their
military or economic strength,
nor by the splendour of their capital cities and
public buildings,
but by the well-being of their peoples:
by their levels of
health, nutrition and education;
by their opportunities to earn a fair reward
for their
labours; by their ability to participate in the decisions that affect
their lives; by the respect that is shown for their civil and political
liberties; by the provision that is made for those who are vulnerable and
disadvantaged;
and by the protection that is afforded to the growing minds and
bodies of their children.
The Progress of Nations, published annually by the United Nations
Children's Fund, is a contribution towards that day. |