CHILDRE
N'S
RIGHTS
What are human rights?
Human rights are a set of
fundamental rights that all people
possess simply by virtue of being
human beings. These rights are
universal, inalienable, and indivisible,
which means they apply to all people,
everywhere, at all times, and cannot
be negotiated or waived.
what's the origin of children's
rights?
Children's rights started as a response to the
need to protect minors from any form of
exploitation, abuse, discrimination, and
neglect. Historically, children were considered
to be the property of their parents or
guardians, and they were denied any type of
participation in society. They didn't have a
voice in the decisions that affected their lives
every child has the right to...
Life, survival, and
development
Every child has the right to be
born, to survive, and to reach
their full potential in life. This
right includes access to basic
necessities such as food,
shelter, clean water, and
healthcare, as well as the
Education, including
access to primary
and secondary
education
Every child has the right to
attend primary and secondary
school. This right includes
access to free and compulsory
education of good quality,
which means that education
should be available to all
Health and
healthcare
Every child has the right to
enjoy the highest attainable
standard of physical and
mental health. This right
includes access to medical
services, facilities, and
information necessary to
A name, an identity, and
a nationality, and to be
cared for by their parents
or other caregivers
Every child has the right to a
legal identity and to be
recognized as a person before
the law. Parents and other
caregivers have a responsibility
to provide a safe and nurturing
Express their opinions, be heard,
and seek information
Children have the right to
participate actively in decisions
that affect their lives. This includes
the right to express their views and
opinions on matters that concern
them, to be heard and taken
Participate in decisions that affect
their lives, according to their
evolving capacities
Children have the right to
have a say in matters that
affect them, and to be
involved in decision-making
processes that directly
impact their lives. This
includes decisions about
Protection from abuse, neglect,
and exploitation
Children have the right to live in
an environment that is safe and
free from harm. This includes
protection from physical, sexual,
emotional, and psychological
abuse, as well as neglect and
exploitation. Parents, caregivers,
and other adults also have a
responsibility to protect children
Play, leisure, and cultural activities
Children have the right to
enjoy their childhood and
engage in activities that are
fun, interesting, and
promote their overall well-
being. Leisure activities,
such as sports, music, and
summing up
As children, it is important to know and
understand your rights, so that you can speak
up and advocate for yourself when necessary.
You have the right to be heard, to have your
opinions respected, and to participate in
decisions that affect your life.
Remember, your rights as a child are
important, and you have the power to make
sure that they are respected and upheld. By
thank
you!
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