Children

Rights

FEVELYN M. MARFE, RSW, MPA, MSSW

SWO III, PSWDO, DAVAO DEL NORTE
Definition of the Child
Aperson who is
below 18 years
old
Aperson who is
above 18 years
old but cannot
take of
him/herself
because of a
circumstances
LEGAL BASIS
RA 7610
PD 603 Special Protect of Children
Against Child Abuse,
UN – CRC Exploitation and
Child and Discrimination
Youth Welfare
United Nation – Code
Convention
on the Rights of the
Child
4 Major
Rights
The right to survival is the most
basic of all the rights of
children.

It includes access to food, clean

water, shelter, and healthcare.

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being met, children are at risk
of malnutrition, disease, and Survival
even death. Rights
Governments and organizations
around the world have made
efforts to reduce child mortality
rates through initiatives such as
vaccination programs and
providing aid during natural
disasters.
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to be done to ensure that every Survival
child has the opportunity to Rights
survive and thrive.
 Reduction of infant and child
mortality
 Provision of primary health care

 Reduction of malnutrition
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health care Survival
Rights
Access to information about health
Promotion of preventive health care
strategies and family planning
Primary health care, check-ups,
immunization, and medicine for
diseases; combatting malnutrition,
cheaper medicine
Pre-natal and post-natal care for Picture with
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Health education on nutrition, Survival
hygiene, accident prevention, breast- Rights
feeding.
Development Rights
 Physical, mental, spiritual, moral
and social development of the child
(education, adequate standard of
living, social security, etc.)
 Education as foundation.
 Normal social interaction with other
children. Protection against abuse,
neglect, maltreatment
 Venue to practice their faith
Development Rights
 Children have the right to develop to their
full potential, both physically and mentally.
This includes access to education, play, and
cultural activities. Children also have the
right to express their opinions and be
heard.
 Investing in children's development is
crucial for building a strong and prosperous
society. Education, in particular, is key to
breaking the cycle of poverty and creating
opportunities for future generations.
 It is important that every child has access
to quality education and the resources they
 Protection Rights
Protection connected with care Work which interferes w/ education,
and guidance children receive. is hazardous, is harmful to the
child’s health and social, spiritual,
Special protection rights to development.
children in especially difficult
circumstances Against “economic exploitation”,
drug use, sexual abuse and
(juvenile justice, children in exploitation, armed conflict.’’
situation of exploitation,
children in situation of “Balancing act” between right to
emergency as well as child participate and right to be
labor and trafficking.) protected.’
Protection Rights
 Efforts to protect children include laws
and policies that criminalize child
abuse and exploitation, as well as
programs that provide support to
victims and education to communities.
 Every child deserves to grow up in a
safe and nurturing environment.
Participation Rights
Children have the right to participate in
decisions that affect their lives.

This includes being involved in family,

community, and school activities, as well as
having a say in government policies that
impact children.
Participation Rights
Encouraging children's participation not
only empowers them, but also helps to
create a more inclusive and democratic
society.

Children have unique perspectives and

insights that can contribute to positive
change. It is important to listen to their
voices and involve them in decision-
making processes.
RIGHTS OF THE CHILD
& It’s Responsibilities
 Rights of the Child

 To be born. To have a name and

nationality

 To love my country and

to be a good citizen.

•To be free. To have a

family who will take
care of me.
 To love my family, to
respect my parents.
 Rights of the Child

• To have a good education.

 To study well, to come to class
on time, do my assignments.

• To develop my potentials.
 To make use of my potential to the fullest.
 Rights of the Child

• To have enough food,

shelter, a healthy and active
body.
 To eat clean and nutritious food. To keep
my home and its surroundings clean. To
clean and make my body active.

• To learn good manners and

right conduct.
 To be honest, courteous and truthful
 Rights of the Child

• To be given the
opportunity
for
 play
To takeand
careleisure.
of my toys, to keep
these orderly.

•To be given protection against

abuse, danger and violence
brought about by war and
conflict.
 To obey rules and regulations.
 Rights of the Child

• To live in a peaceful community.

 To maintain peace and
order in my community.

• To be defended and assisted

by the government.
 To be a law abiding citizen.

• To be able to express my views

 To be responsible when I speak and act.
IT IS MY RIGHT… IT IS MY RESPONSIBILITY…
To be born. To have a name and nationality. To love my country and to be a good citizen.
To be free. To have a family who will take care of me. To love my family, to respect my parents.

To have a good education. To study well, to come to class on time, do my

assignments.
To develop my potentials. To make use of my potential to the fullest.
To have enough food, shelter, a healthy and active To eat clean and nutritious food. To keep my home and
body. its surroundings clean. To clean and make my body
active.
To learn good manners and right conduct. To be honest, courteous and truthful.
To be given the opportunity for play and leisue. To take care of my toys, to keep these orderly.
To be given protection against abuse, danger and To obey rules and regulations.
violence brought about by war and conflict.

To live in a peaceful community. To maintain peace and order in my community.

To be defended and assisted by the government. To be a law abiding citizen.

To be able to express my views To be responsible when I speak and act.

 In
Conclusion
The four major rights of children - survival, protection,
development, and participation - are essential for
ensuring that every child has the opportunity to reach
their full potential.

Governments, organizations, and individuals all have a

role to play in upholding these rights and creating a
better world for children.

While progress has been made in advancing children's

rights, there is still much work to be done. By working
together and prioritizing children's well-being, we can
create a brighter future for all.
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GENERATION Z
1997-2012Generation V (virtual

Google
Generati
on
Internet
Generation C Generation
ommunity or content)
 -Don’t need adults to get information
 -Can easily broadcast their every
thought, emotions
 -Engages an external stimulant at
their fingertips 24/7
 -Is in social contact all the time, yet
often in isolation

 -Develops artificial maturity

Key messages for safe and
responsible digital child
· Be respectful – and
expect respect.
· Protect your reputation.

· Protect your privacy.

· Watch your tone.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES
YOURSELF
• Coping with and Properly Managing
Changes in Adolescence/Adolescence

• Development of Talent and Ability

and Their Proper Use.

• Meaningful Use of Passions

AS A SON OR DAUGHTER/ SISTER OR
BROTHER

• Be honest with your parents/siblings

• Try to have a relationship with your

parents/ siblings
There is no such thing as a perfect FAMILY
.
 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO OTHERS

Golden Rule :

Do not do unto others what

you do not want others do
unto you
Duties and Responsibilities to the Community/As a Citizen

a. Maintain orderly and clean government.

b. Participate in community work with other members.

c. Have a willingness to serve the community.

d. Be aware of the needs and problems of other people in the

community in order to convey them to the leaders of the community.

e. Be loyal to the community you belong to.

f. Participate in community meetings as needed

Duties and Responsibilities as a Believer

• Talk to God
Ecclesiastes 11:9-10
9 Young people, enjoy your youth. Be happy while you
are still young. Do what you want to do, and follow your
heart's desire.

But remember that God is going to judge you for whatever

you do.

10 Don't let anything worry you or cause you pain. You

aren't going to be young very long.
 FAITH
Situatio PRAY
n
Think of the PRAY HARD
consequence
Decision PRAY HARDER

Action
THANK YOU