[The right to fundamental education] It should be emphasized that enjoyment of the right to fundamental education is not limited by age or gender; it extends to children, youth and adults, including older persons. Fundamental education, therefore, is an integral component of adult education and life-long learning. Because fundamental education is a right of all age groups, curricula and delivery systems must be devised which are suitable for students of all ages
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Committee on Social, Economic and Cultural Rights
Document type
General Comment / Recommendation
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Education
Equality & Inclusion
Gender
Person(s) affected
Children
Older persons
Youth
Year
1999
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
CESCR General Comment No. 13, The right to education (Art. 13) (1999), para. 24.