Children’s rights, the UNCRC and meaningful participation training
A children’s right revolution
Scotland is on the road to a children’s rights revolution, with policymakers and practitioners working to embed rights across policy, strategic planning and practice to make Scotland the best country to grow up in.
Embedding rights and incorporating the UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of The Child) into Scots law will have a huge impact on organisations across the country – including public bodies, private sector organisations and third sector organisations. It will include new requirements, updates to policies and changes to practice to make sure children and young people across the country can fully realise their rights.
What we offer
This flexible and tailored training offers a comprehensive introduction to children’s rights in a Scottish context for practitioners across the third sector.
Designed and delivered by Children in Scotland’s experienced and respected Participation, Outreach and Policy team, our bespoke training gives practitioners space to reflect on children’s rights in the context of their own practice and consider changes to embed rights more strongly in their day-to-day work. It also gives organisations an opportunity to plan out their next steps to better realise children’s rights in their policies, practices and strategies.
- Access to an e-module designed specifically for third sector professionals to improve their understanding of meaningful participation with children and young people.
- Flexible and tailored training: organisations can choose a training length that suits them and have the training tailored for the organisation.
Children’s rights and participation training
Please see below the learning outcomes for two training courses we can offer in this area. Our team can also work with your budget and needs to develop the best package for your team.
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A deeper understanding of the background to the UNCRC, and the key articles and principles that underpin it
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Insight into children’s rights in the Scottish context, including the journey to UNCRC incorporation and the duties.
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The ability to make connections between your practice and the different UNCRC articles, enabling you to grow your rights-based practice
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Practical tips and signposting to resources and further learning
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Insight into the Scottish policy context surrounding participation and engagement including children’s rights
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A deeper understanding of key participation theories
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Developing awareness of potential barriers to children and young people’s participation, and consider how these barriers can be mitigated
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Understanding of practical approaches and methods to support engagement with children and young people
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An opportunity for your staff team to reflect on your current practice, plan your development and next steps
