Art from the Heart

This is the digital exhibition of artworks and message from children all over the world prepared by the Children's Advisory Team of Child Rights Connect. The goal is to support the discussion at the Annual Day on the Rights of the Child at the UN Human Rights Council about children in armed conflict by showing how children see the world, how conflict affects them, and what they want adults and decision makers to do to protect them.

Children’s voices matter. Their views matter. Even, and especially, in times of war. When children are listened to, peace becomes possible.

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English Translation

Dear friend,

My name is Sara, and I am 15 years old. I live in Blanes with my mother and my little sister. In my free time, I love listening to music, reading, or painting. I also really like sports; in fact, I am on a volleyball team. The place where I live is beautiful and very touristy; we have very pretty beaches and coves.

I have learned about your situation thanks to my teacher and classmates, and sincerely, it gives me a lot of sadness. I cannot imagine what it must be like to live there. I am writing to you because I want you to know that you are not alone. Even though we are far away, we are with you, and I send a lot of encouragement to everyone.

I wish with all my heart for peace to arrive and for you to be able to live peacefully, as everyone in the world deserves.

Sara

Letter to Colombia 15

First Name: Sara

Age: 15

Country: Spain

Type: Messages

Description:

A collection of heartfelt letters written by Spanish children to children in Gaza, Catatumbo, and Colombia.

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