ACTIVITY CARD FOUR FOR INTRODUCTORY ACTIVITY

THE RIGHTS OF CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES

Every child has the right to:

• Live with his or her parents or to maintain contact if separated from either one;
• Cross national borders to be reunified with his or her parents;
• Receive alternative care when a family environment cannot be maintained;
• A safe adoption system;
• Protection from kidnapping;
• Protection from abuse and neglect by parents or care givers; and
• Regular review of any placements that might be necessary for care, protection or treatment.

The Convention requires that governments will ensure the rights of parents and families to:

• Provide guidance to their child;
• Receive assistance in child-raising;
• Have responsibilities shared equally by both parents;
• Receive material assistance and support programmes especially with regard to nutrition, clothing and housing; and
• Cross national borders to be reunified with their children.

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