"A PERSON is a person no matter how small." Dr. Seuss's renowned quote resounds with a striking message that children are inherently persons regardless of their size.

Often, adults zero in on the innocence and dependence of children. Yet, despite their youth, children are humans who deserve respect and recognition. In 1989, the United Nations introduced the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child to promote the human dignity of children and their protection from discrimination. The Philippines ratified this convention, cementing its commitment to the cause. Republic Act 10661 commemorates this adoption and establishes an annual commemoration in November of National Children's Month.

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