Convention of The Rights of The Child History
The Convention was adopted on November 20 of 1989 and put into action on September 2, 1990. Currently 193 countries have ratified this convention.
The UNCRC protects and promotes the rights off all children around the world. It was the first international treaty to integrate all human rights in reference to children, allowing them to participate in family, cultural and social aspects of life. It emphasizes the right to survival, development, and protection against abuse, neglect and exploitation. It also addresses issues with education, health care, juvenile justice and the rights of children with disabilities.
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