Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC)

The Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) is an international treaty adopted by the United Nations in 1989 that outlines the civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights of children. It recognizes that children, due to their vulnerability, need special protection and care. The CRC establishes principles such as non-discrimination, the best interests of the child, the right to life and development, and the right to participate in decisions affecting them. Countries that ratify the CRC commit to improving the well-being of children and ensuring their rights are respected and upheld.