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What has the EU done for girls’ rights in the last years? A coalition of civil society organisations took a deep dive into the work of EU institutions to assess their contributions to girls' rights. The assessment paper focuses on policy frameworks and regional partnerships and shares the good, the bad and everything in-between. Take a look: https://lnkd.in/e3n5bACE #EU4Girls #GirlsRights #EUintheWorld

What is the Committee on the Rights of the Child? The Committee on the Rights of the Child is a group of 18 experts in children’s rights who come from all over the world. The experts are independent and selected by governments. The Committee meets three times per year in #Geneva, #Switzerland, to discuss how children’s rights are being promoted and respected in each country that has signed the Convention. These meetings are called sessions. The Committee also makes recommendations to each country on how they can improve children’s rights... #childrenrigths

Hi Friends! In this blog post, I share interesting statistics and research based experiences of people living with disabilities, girls, and the deaf and hard of hearing in Kenya that supports what we do at Elimisha Binti Initiative. I hope it provides deeper insight into our vision, which is to improve access and equity for the deaf and hard of hearing girls in rural Kenya. Please share widely.

#Roma constitute the largest ethnic minority group in Europe!🔵☸️🟢 According to Eurochild members' inputs in our latest report Children’s Rights: Political will or won’t?, #RomaChildren are still disproportionally affected by the lack of access to essential services❌ 📣Like all other children, they should receive support that enhances their vivacity, wit, and creativity, and allows them to grow up in healthy family environments. Read more insights and recommendations from our members here 👉 https://buff.ly/49CB6O1

403,004 children (33.9 %) are living in risk of poverty or social exclusion in Bulgaria. Children from marginalised communities, including many Roma, and children with disabilities are among the ones currently placed in out-of-family state sponsored care due to the persisting failure to apply the ‘necessity principle’ in child-family separations. There is a serious discrepancy between the general child poverty rate and that of children from different ethnic backgrounds – 37.5% children of Turkish and 69.4% of Roma backgrounds are growing up in poverty. #Roma #childrights #poverty

Justice and safety can look different for each immigrant survivor of gender-based violence. That’s why, at the Tahirih Justice Center, we center the whole person and focus our assistance around our clients’ expressed needs. By providing free legal representation and social services, our goal is to make sure survivors and their families feel supported every step of the way. We offer research-based training and education programs to attorneys, doctors, and other frontline professionals because we believe immigrant women, girls’ and all survivors of violence deserve access to trauma-informed services. And we advocate - at every level - for policies that protect immigrants’ rights and create humane pathways to safety. When we create a safer world for immigrant survivors, we are creating a safer world for everyone. Learn more about our work and how to get involved here: https://lnkd.in/gC2K73Ru

Empowering Children's Rights: Reflecting on International Children's Day! 🌟👧👦 On this International Children's Day, we must acknowledge that the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child is yet to become a widespread reality. Family separations persist at the border, and indigenous families are still awaiting reparations for the atrocities of residential schools. It is a stark reminder of the work that lies ahead. Today, why not seize the opportunity with your little ones to explore the child-friendly version of this internationally ratified document? Engage them in conversations about their needs, desires, and the ways adults can honor and uplift children's rights. As we celebrate the boundless potential and innocence of children, let's also recognize our shared responsibility to protect and nurture them. Together, we can create a world where every child's rights are respected, where their voices are heard, and where their dreams can flourish. #InternationalChildrensDay #ChildrensRightsMatter #EmpoweringTheNextGeneration

Today, 16th May, 2024, as we commemorate International Day of the Boy Child, it's imperative to delve into the multifaceted realities faced by boys across the globe. Amidst celebrating their achievements and potential, we must also confront the harsh realities of their vulnerabilities. Boys, like their female counterparts, are not immune to the scourge of rape, child abuse, and gender-based violence. These issues often lurk in the shadows, overshadowed by other narratives, yet they persist, impacting the lives of countless boys. From the intimate confines of their homes to broader societal contexts, boys can find themselves subjected to various forms of mistreatment, sometimes even by those they trust the most. This stark reality underscores the urgent need for heightened awareness and proactive measures to safeguard the well-being of all children, regardless of gender. By amplifying our voices and advocating for change, we can challenge entrenched stereotypes and societal norms that perpetuate cycles of violence and oppression. Let us foster a culture of empathy, understanding, and respect, where every child feels empowered to thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. On this International Day of the Boy Child, let's reaffirm our commitment to creating a world where every child's rights are upheld, their voices heard, and their futures protected. Together, we can build a brighter tomorrow for all. #InternationalDayoftheBoyChild #ChildProtection #GenderEquality

✒️ Very pleased to have contributed to the elaboration of this report as #child protection expert for the Council of Europe. Still a long way to go🏃, but many positive steps ✔️ towards enhancing child rights across the 46 member States under the 6 pillars of the 2022-27 strategy, namely: 1. Freedom from violence for all children 2. Equal opportunities and social inclusion for all children 3. Access to and safe use of technologies for all children 4. Child-friendly justice for all children 5. Giving a voice to every child 6. Children’s rights in crisis and emergency situations '"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men." Frederick Douglass Regina Jensdottir Zeynep Usal Kanzler María Asensio Velasco