Children's Rights and the UNCRC for Local Authority members

Wednesday, 29 January 2025

10am - 12pm | Online/Zoom

This event is for those who work for Local Authorities in membership with Children in Scotland.

Learn what the UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024 means for local authorities and learn about key articles of the UNCRC.

Ticket Prices

Free for Local Authorities in Membership

Key Learning

Recognising the background to UNCRC
Understanding the key principles and articles
Exploring the Scottish context
Understanding the duties of local authorities

This session will cover the social and legal background to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and its incorporation into Scots law. Learn about children’s rights, key articles of the UNCRC and local authorities’ duty to act compatibly with the UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024. There will be the opportunity for reflection on your own practice and to plan your next steps.

Facilitators

Sophie joined Children in Scotland in July 2023 as a Policy, Projects and Participation Officer. Prior to this, she was a primary school teacher with a specific interest in child-centred provision for young people with additional support needs.

Before her career in teaching, Sophie completed a bachelor’s degree in Drama and Performance where she developed a research interest in young people’s access to the arts and other extra curricular activities in Scotland. During her studies, she worked at an after school club and facilitated workshops for children at a local youth theatre.

Outside of work, Sophie enjoys cooking and travelling.