CYC 602 Lecture 3: Week 3 - State of the child
13 Oct 2016
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Provide advice and recommendations to gov" and communities of the effectiveness of existing policies, programs and practise that affect children. Is not part of & does not report to any gov" department or agency: no decision making for advocate, has power of recommendation. Addresses systemic problems facing children and youth. Part 2 the fundamental children"s rights in nb. Crc what it is, why it was created, and gov" obligations under it. Reflects basic standards that have to be met for children to grow dignity and sense of self- worth. Rights apply in every aspect of a child"s life. Also directed at supporting role of parents. Difference between protection under the law and rights under the law. Implementing these rights by undertaking all appropriate measures for its fulfillment. Ensuring that laws are there to protect children and youth as well as their rights. The 25th anniversary of the un (united nation)" adoption of crc.
