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The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the child Presented via www.childrensworld.org The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the child La Convención sobre los Derechos del Niño FN:s barnekonvensjon FN:s barnkonvention Basic ideas in the Convention: All children have the same rights and are equal worth. Every child has the right to have its basic needs fulfilled. Every child has the right to protection from abuse and exploitation. Every child has the right to express his or her opinion and be respected.

The Child Convention - a summary The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (The Child Convention) consists of 54 articles. The Convention is presented below in a shortened version; all the articles are not included in the text The full text of the Convention can be read on here. Article 1 These rights apply to all children under 18. Article 2 All children are of equal worth. All children have the same rights and should not be discriminated against. Nobody should treat you badly because of your appearance, your colour, your gender, your religion or your opinions. Article 3 Those who make decisions affecting children must first and foremost think about what is best for you. Article 6 You have the right to life and the right to develop. Article 7 You have the right to a name and a nationality. Article 9 You have the right to live with your parents unless it's bad for you. You have the right to be brought up by your parents, if possible. Article 12-15 You have the right to say what you think. You are to be consulted and your opinions respected in all matters concerning you - at home, in school and with the authorities and the courts. Article 18 Your parents are jointly responsible for your upbringing and development. They must always put your interests first. Article 19 You have the right to protection against all forms of violence, neglect, abuse and maltreatment. You should not be exploited by your parents or other guardians. Article 20-21 You are entitled to receive care if you have lost your family. Article 22 If you have been forced to leave your country you have the same rights as all the other children in your new country. If you are alone you have the right to special protection and help. If possible you should be reunited with your family. Article 23 All children have the right to a decent life. If you are disabled you have the right to additional support and assistance. Article 24 When you are sick you have the right to receive all the help and care you need. Article 28-29 You have the right to attend school and to learn important things such as respect for other people?s rights and respect for other cultures. Article 30 The thoughts and beliefs of every child should be respected. If you belong to a minority you have the right to your own language, your own culture and your own religion. Article 31 You have the right to play, rest and live in a healthy environment. Article 32 You should not be forced to perform hazardous work which interrupts or prevents your schooling and which could be harmful to your health. Article 34 No one should subject you to abuse or force you into prostitution. If you are treated badly you are entitled to receive protection and help. Article 35 No one is allowed to kidnap or sell you. Article 37 No one should punish you in a cruel and harmful manner. Article 38 You never have to be a soldier or take part in an armed conflict. Article 42 All adults and children should know about this convention. You have the right to learn about your rights. The full text of the Convention can be read on here

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