Optional Protocols to the Convention on the Rights of the Child

Optional Protocols to the Convention on the Rights of the Child are additional agreements that countries can choose to adopt to strengthen children's rights. They cover specific issues like participation in armed conflict, exploitation, or access to justice. These protocols provide extra protections beyond the main treaty, allowing countries to commit to better safeguarding children's well-being and rights in particular areas. Ratifying these protocols shows a country's dedication to upholding and advancing children's protections in specialized and sometimes complex situations.