What are the Articles?

The convention sets out your rights in 54 articles.  We are not going to list all the articles here, however these are the five that are paticulally important to young people living away from home.

Article 9.
You should not be separated from your parents unless it is for your own good - for example, if a parent is mistreating or neglecting you. If your parents have separated, you have the right to stay in contact with both parents, unless this might harm you.
Atricle 12
You have the right to say what you think should happen when adults are making decisions that affect you, and to have your opinions taken into account.
Article 16
You have the right to privacy. The law should protect you from attacks against your way of life, your good name, your family and your home.
Article 20
If you cannot be looked after by your own family, you must be looked after properly, by people who respect your religion, culture and language.
Article 25
If you are looked after by your local authority rather than your parents, you should have your situation reviewed regularly.
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