Further reading and resources about early childhood issues

This section of our website locates our work in a broader context, and shares resources produced by our partners and other organisations working on behalf of young children.

General Comment 7: Implementing child rights in early childhood

Read more about General Comment 7 of the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child, an important document for understanding our work as it sets out how child rights should be interpreted when it comes to very young children.

Why are a child's early years so important?

The four "cornerstone" messages of the Consultative Group on Early Childhood Care and Development are a good place to start. There are also useful portals to knowledge on the importance of the early years provided by UNICEF and the World Bank.

Resources published by partners with BvLF support

The Bernard van Leer Foundation occasionally contributes to publications by partner organisations, ranging from training manuals to briefing notes. A selection of resources from our partners are collected on this page.