Convención sobre los Derechos del Niño

The Convención sobre los Derechos del Niño, or the Convention on the Rights of the Child, is an international agreement adopted by the United Nations in 1989 that outlines fundamental rights for children. It affirms that children are entitled to protection, education, health care, and opportunities to develop fully. The convention emphasizes their right to be listened to and to have their best interests prioritized in decisions affecting them. Nearly all countries worldwide have ratified this treaty, demonstrating a global commitment to ensuring children grow up in safe, supportive environments where their rights are respected and upheld.