A/69/264 53. The question at hand is how best to reflect the protection of children from violence in the post-2015 sustainable development agenda; and how to re-energize commitment and action to leverage progress in the years to come. Three important steps are needed to move in this direction. 54. First, it is crucial to mobilize the voice and support of leaders in all areas, and secure sound resources to safeguard protection of children from violence. The human dignity of children and their right to protection from violence must be at the heart of this global effort, just as they must be at the heart of national strategies. 55. Secondly, building upon the significant efforts promoted within and beyond the United Nations system, it is indispensable to promote sound monitoring tools and indicators to accelerate and monitor progress in children’s protection from violence. It is indeed high time to measure what is treasured. 56. Thirdly, it is imperative to include in this process those who are most affected. Children and young people need to be provided with genuine opportunities and platforms to influence the road ahead — not simply on accidental occasions, but as true partners and agents of change. Recognizing the value of their contribution, the Special Representative joined civil society partners in the development of a report which captures the concerns and recommendations conveyed by child participants in the post-2015 sustainable development process. 57. In the year of the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the international community has a golden opportunity to place child well-being and development at the heart of this agenda. This will help to generate unprecedented efforts and resources to achieve the sustainable development of all nations. D. Reinforcing regional processes in support of national implementation efforts 58. The strengthening of collaboration with regional organizations and institutions is a cornerstone of the Special Representative’s strategy. Regional partnerships have helped to maximize the engagement with Governments and develop policy platforms to promote cross-fertilization of experiences, to consolidate national action for children’s protection from violence, and mobilize support to advance this agenda. Cross-Regional Round Table on violence against children 59. Acting as a bridge-builder between regions, the Special Representative every year convenes a Cross-Regional Round Table on violence against children. At this important annual forum, regional organizations and institutions assess progress, reflect on trends and common concerns, share planned initiatives and identify opportunities for cross-regional cooperation. In 2014 the Round Table addressed the prevention and elimination of violence in early childhood. 60. Organized in cooperation with UNICEF and the Government of Jamaica, the meeting gathered representatives of the Caribbean Community, MERCOSUR, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, the Council of Europe, the European Union, the Council of the Baltic Sea States, the League of Arab States and the Latin American and Caribbean Movement for Children. Representatives from the Government of Jamaica, and from national institutions, academia, civil society 12/23 14-58801