Working Groups
Working Groups
Working Groups are established and run on the initiative of at least three members of Child Rights Connect.
Working Groups are integral parts of the network of Child Rights Connect. The specific issues of Working Groups reflect the main priorities of the network, complementing the overall strategic objectives, as defined in the Strategic Plan.
The Secretariat channels information and aligns planning processes of the Working Groups to maximise collaborations, while maintaining the Working Groups’ autonomy in defining their priorities.
Working Groups
Ending the Sexual Exploitation of Children
The Working Group Against the Sexual Exploitation of Children aims to promote the protection of children from sexual exploitation, abuse and violence as outlined in article 34 of the CRC.
Investment in Children
The Working Group on Investment in Children promotes public investment in the realisation of children’s rights through UN human rights treaty bodies and mechanisms.
Children of Incarcerated Parents
Children of incarcerated parents are the forgotten victims of imprisonment. When a mother or father goes to prison, their children are affected, often adversely.
Children Without Parental Care
The Children Without Parental Care Working Group’s mission is to promote and contribute to the dissemination and implementation of Guidelines on Alternative Care of Children on a global, regional and local level.
Children and Armed Conflict
A Focus Group on Children and Armed Conflict was established in February 2013 and officially became the Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict in March 2016.
Children and Violence
The Working Group on Children and Violence aims to promote action that will prompt violence prevention strategies and protect children who are vulnerable.