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Freedom of association

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CRC Article = 15
Note:
The right of the child to freedom of association is recognized in Article 15 the CRC. The right to freedom of association embraces the notion of coming together for the purposes of a common goal, for example, the freedom to associate in a wide variety of voluntary organizations from scouting and guiding to campaigning for peace and to establish a school union.

See also:
Freedom of assembly   Restrictions of rights   Trade unions