Youth Rights and Protections

Youth rights are the rights of young people, as recognized by international law. They include the right to education, health care, non-discrimination, and protection from violence and abuse.

The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) is the most comprehensive international treaty on the rights of children. The CRC sets out a framework of rights and protections for children, including non-discrimination, the right to life, the right to health, the right to education, and the right to protection from violence and abuse.

In addition to the CRC, there are a number of other international treaties and agreements that protect the rights of children. These include the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, and the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women.

At the national level, many countries have laws and policies that protect the rights of youth. These laws and policies vary from country to country, but they typically include provisions on education, health care, non-discrimination, and protection from violence and abuse.

It is important to note that youth rights are not the same as adult rights. Young people are still developing, and they may need additional support and protection in order to fully enjoy their rights.

Here are some of the key youth rights:

• The right to education
• The right to health care
• The right to non-discrimination
• The right to protection from violence and abuse
• The right to participate in decision-making
• The right to freedom of expression
• The right to privacy

These rights are essential for the healthy development and well-being of young people. It is important to ensure that all young people have access to these rights, regardless of their background or circumstances.