The general theme that garnered the most attention on the children's rights and business hub revolved around how the internet, digital technology and games are shaping the young - for better and for worse. 3 of the top 5 stories capture a desire to understand the impact of digital technology on children and how games and apps might foster sustainability and enable development.
Discussion on child labour and business' responsibility to end it was rightly popular, however, the top spot was reserved for what Lynda Gratton called one of the world's biggest challenges - youth unemployment.
With some commentators asserting that there is currently $2tn on corporations' global balance sheets she argued that the money to remedy the problem is there. Unfortunately, despite vocal concern around the issue she saw very little in the way of concrete action.
Re-read them all here:
1. Youth unemployment: what are the solutions?
Youth unemployment is one of the world's biggest challenges and it must not be put in a box marked 'too difficult to solve'
2. Are children consuming too much digital technology?
The popularity of apps, social networking and gaming among young people could lead to childhood development problems
3. Technology can empower children in developing countries - if it's done right
The internet and digital tech offer huge potential but avoiding a one-fits-all approach and ensuring the right protection mechanisms is vital
4. Gaming for good: teaching sustainability through video games
Educational video games won't inspire the next generation. But games which mix competition with a strong social message might
5. Child labour will end only if businesses respect children's rights
How can business move children out of the supply chain? Improved support of the UN's Children's Rights and Business Principles
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