In a study of the views of children on the issues of violence and exploitation, ChildFund Alliance conducted over 50 focus groups in 41 countries so that their voices can be heard as part of the post 2015-agenda. The children cited the top three things they want world leaders to do – raise awareness of the issues, enact laws and punish offenders – as well as give examples of the worst forms of violence and exploitation.

The annual Small Voices, Big Dreams report published by the ChildFund Alliance focuses this year on violence and exploitation, with 6,499 children asked to examine the issue of violence in their communities. They were also asked to describe what makes them feel safe and provides them with a sense of happiness.

As part of our Small Voices, Big Dreams initiative, and on the occasion of the 25th Anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, ChildFund Alliance reached out to over 6,000 children to ask them about their views on children's rights.

ChildFund Alliance consulted with over 2,300 children in 40 countries and asked them about their priorities for the post-2015 agenda. In their "free charters" to world leaders they ask for the MDGs to be fulfilled and for violence against children to be added as a new global priority.

In formulating the post-2015 development agenda, it is imperative that the voices of the next generation are heard and listened to. ChildFund Alliance asked child-led organizations from seven countries to choose their top 6 priorities for a better world.