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- Vol 4 RE: Chapters 19, 21, 23, 24, App C
children's rightschild participationbest interests of the childnon-discriminationrights-based educationchild protectionevolving capacitiesTreaty Evidence summaryAt a glance
The Convention on the Rights of the Child is a binding international human-rights treaty defining a child generally as every person under eighteen and requiring States Parties to respect, protect, and fulfil children’s civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights.
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Four widely used principles run through the text: non-discrimination; the child’s best interests as a primary consideration; rights to life, survival, and development; and respect for children’s views in matters affecting them. Its articles address identity, family relations, expression, privacy, protection from violence and exploitation, disability, health, social security, adequate living standards, education, culture, play, juvenile justice, and safeguards in conflict and displacement. Education should develop the child’s personality, abilities, respect for human rights and cultural identity, and readiness for responsible life in a free society. States must use appropriate legislative, administrative, and other measures and report implementation to the Committee on the Rights of the Child.
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For educators, the Convention frames learners as rights-holders: participation, inclusion, safety, dignity, access, and evolving capacities are legal and ethical considerations, not optional additions to teaching or school policy.
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