We would like to express our strong support for these and highlight the following in this regard. Serious consideration should be given to the 'straight-18 Protocol' for banning the use of children in armed conflict. All parties should make commitments to protect children during conflicts and post-conflict peace building. The United Nations should be able to undertake child protection and welfare measures during conflicts and in UN peace operations. Special measures are needed to ensure safety of children affected by sanctions.
Conflicts can destroy local value systems.
We must work for its regeneration. Building local capacities for protection and advocacy can lessen the suffering of children. The community must be strong enough to overcome hate, anger and the urge to recourse to violence. The promotion of a culture of peace would contribute greatly towards that end. Finally, the root causes of conflict would have to be addressed.