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Fair Start Reparations

FSM Co-Director Esther Afolaranmi Takes on the U.N.

A young Nigerian attorney, Esther Afolaranmi, is overseeing a complaint before the United Nations Human Rights Council that would ensure universal self-determination through one simple change – basing political legitimacy on children’s rights.

Inequality is the greatest threat to democracy.

Disempowered people have less of a voice in democracy. Protect freedom by ensuring a fair start for all.

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every child deserves a fair start in life.

We fight for policies that help children grow up in safe homes, healthy communities, and a livable planet.

Today, too many kids are born into poverty, pollution and systems that hold them back. We believe the most powerful way to build justice is to start at the beginning. That’s why we connect family planning, climate action and economic fairness, so every child has what they need to thrive. Our work supports the Sustainable Development Goals and helps families plan for a better future.