Article 12 of the Convention allows for a well-informed expression of views and wishes of unaccompanied minors, as it is imperative that such children are provided with all relevant information concerning, for example, their entitlements, services available.
This paper reports the findings from a study of the participation of children with special educational needs (SEN) in decision-making about their needs in a sample of mainstream schools which were self-selected for having promising practices.
This publication aims to promote knowledge on the care system in a child-friendly manner, including a child’s rights as a young person in care and how to effectively communicate with professionals in order to empower the child.
The education pack, which forms the basis of the SCREAM programme, is made up of 14 educational modules and a User’s Guide.
Children deprived of their liberty and placed in detention are at extreme risk of violence
The Committee discussed the theme “The private sector as service provider and its role in implementing Child Rights”.
The Minimum Standards on Consulting with Children were developed to facilitate and support the participation of children in formal consultations
This booklet shows how to put children’s participation into practice. It is for everyone in roles of public leadership and service, answering questions about how and when children’s participation is needed.
This toolkit of good practice has been designed to offer advice, ideas and guidance for involving children in consultations.