English Page 6 APPENDIX I Draft Declaration on Social and Legal Principles relating to the Protection and Welfare of Children, with Special Reference to Foster Placement and Adoption. Nationally and Internationally^ as proposed by the Chairman of the Consultations held at United Nations Headquarters from 16 to 27 September 1985 */ A. GENERAL FAMILY AND CHILD WELFARE Article I Every State should give a high priority to family and. child welfare. Article 2 Child welfare depends upon good family welfare. Article 3 The first priority for a child is to be cared for by his or her own parents. Article 4 [4f 7 and 8 ] When care by the child's own parents is unavailable or inappropriate, care by relatives of the-child's parents, by another substitute- - foster or adoptive - family or, if necessary, by an appropriate' institution should be- considered. Article S In all matters- relating- to the placement of a child outside the care of the child's own- parents, the best interests of the child, particularly his or hec need for affection and right to security and continuing care, should be the sole criterion. Article 6 Persons responsible for foster placement or adoption procedures should have professional or other appropriate training. *Draft Articles 13 and 18 of the original draft Declaration annexed to General Assembly resolution 36/187 are deleted in the revised text. The original number of draft articles are kept in square brackets next to.the revised draft articles. /. A/40/244 English Page 7 Article 7 {19] Governments should determine the adequacy of their national child welfare services and consider appropriate actions. Article 3 [25] fie child should at all times have a name, a- nationality and a legal representative. The child should not as a result of foster placement, 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be focused on the well-being and protection of children, discussing principles for foster placement and adoption. It emphasizes the importance of family and child welfare, the best interests of the child, and the need for professional training in child welfare services. This suggests that the text is related to social and humanitarian issues.

**Category**
Health, Education