GLOSSARY

Respect for the views of the child
CRC Article = 12
Note:
Article 12 of the CRC accords to the child who is capable of forming his or her own views the right to express those views freely in all matters affecting the child and the right to have those views taken into account in accordance with the age and maturity of the child.
See also:
Best interests of the child Discrimination Evolving capacities of the child Freedom of expression Judicial review Procedures Right to be heard