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CyberDodo and the Implementation of the Agreement (2-4)

Article 4 of the Convention 2/2

The writers of what is undoubtedly the most important text of modern times for children have thought of including some ‘catches' in it, to ensure that good intentions are transformed into reality.

In this regard, article 4 is a good example, here it is in its ‘CyberDodo' version:

The state commits itself to take every measure to implement the rights of children which are recognised in the convention. In certain areas, the state can make an appeal to international cooperation.

CyberDodo would say that upon accepting this article, the states are not allowed to use excuses to not apply the Convention concretely, and they must ensure the benefits are extended to the lives of children.

The Convention should be applied everywhere and for everyone

The call for international cooperation is also fundamental for several reasons, firstly, in order to provide solutions for countries which have limited resources, to help them avoid using other solutions which turn out to be unacceptable for their children.

Also to call rich countries to share with those which have thousands of their children dying each year because they do no not have the means to guarantee their survival. The appalling total, representing several million children who could be saved if true international solidarity existed, is

Let us conclude with the definition given by CyberDodo to this notion of implementation of the Convention:

When this marvellous idea is transformed into concrete action and it helps to improve the lives of children. This is when words become smiles