The right of the child to freedom of expression 2014, para. 83
Paragraphe- Paragraph text
- Children may not have the same maturity as adults, but childhood is an evolving process during which maturity is gained gradually. The ability to develop opinions, as well as to express them clearly, stems from a learning process that begins at the earliest stages of our lives and that needs appropriate respect and encouragement to develop completely. If neglecting the duty to protect children from harm brings serious risks, so too does denying them space to develop their minds, critical thinking and opinions. Depriving children of information on certain matters and prohibiting their participation in public debate can only intensify their isolation and political alienation. Ensuring that children are able to exercise their right to be heard is not only an obligation: it is crucial to enhancing the effectiveness of protective measures.
- Status juridique
- Non-negotiated soft law
- Organe
- Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression
- Type de document
- Special Procedures' report
- Mode d'adoption
- N.A.
- Thèmes
- Education
- Equality & Inclusion
- Personnes concernées
- Children
- Année
- 2014
- Type de paragraphe
- Conclusion / Recommendation
- Reference
- SR Freedom of Opinion, Report to the UNGA (2014), A/69/335, para. 83.
- Paragraph info
- Conclusion / Recommendation
- Paragraph number
- 83
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