The right of the child to be heard 2009, para. 134b
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Paragraph text
[All processes in which a child or children are heard and participate, must be:] Voluntary - children should never be coerced into expressing views against their wishes and they should be informed that they can cease involvement at any stage;
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Committee on the Rights of the Child
Document type
General Comment / Recommendation
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Civil & Political Rights
Equality & Inclusion
Person(s) affected
Children
Year
2009
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
CRC General Comment No. 12, The right of the child to be heard (2009), para. 134b.