The right of the child to freedom of expression 2014, para. 34
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Children face particular hurdles to the realization of their right to freedom of expression as a result of entrenched paternalistic attitudes that often overstate the risks of allowing children to communicate freely and underestimate their agency. In addition, the rights of children are also affected by all the barriers hampering the freedom of expression of adults.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression
Document type
Special Procedures' report
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Civil & Political Rights
Equality & Inclusion
Social & Cultural Rights
Person(s) affected
Children
Year
2014
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
SR Freedom of Opinion, Report to the UNGA (2014), A/69/335, para. 34.