Adopted in 1989 the UN Convention of the Rights of the Child has become most widely ratified human rights treaty in history. And with 1.9 billion children in the world, approximately 30% of the population, it’s needed more than ever. But what are child rights and why is global commitment to them so important?

In this episode, Carrie Grant is joined by Teleri Jardine from World Vision and Alex Conte, Executive Director of Child Rights Connect.

And Carrie takes us back to Sierra Leone to hear from young activists, including Josephine who is using music to channel her fight to end violence against girls, and William, who is one of youth campaigners trying to educate his community on child rights and the importance of boys advocating for the rights of girls as he explains the ‘He For She’ movement.

With a whole host of good news to report, Teleri shares the numerous improvements that have been made over recent years including access to education, water and sanitation and reduced mortality rates for under 5s, but also highlights the areas where progress still needs to be made and the issues which are getting worse.

Alex sets out why the very notion of child rights still needs to be overcome in many countries and cultures, and why we’re seeing an increase in children mobilising to take action on the issues that matter most to them.

Both Alex and Teleri explain the amazing work being undertaken to share and strengthen young people’s voices across all platforms, from community level to the global stage.

To find out more about the work of World Vision, visit worldvision.org.uk

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