Canterbury Cross Primary School
Where Bright Futures Begin'
RRSA Steering Group
Welcome to the Unicef Rights Respecting Steering Group page!
The Steering Group have met several times already to discuss the articles we will look at each month, as well as how to fund raise and to inspect Class Charters and displays.
The Steering Group representatives are
Jibreel
Sara
Mahera
Nusaibah
Maryam
Marwa
Hawwa
Rahsaan
The Steering Group chose the following article for the next few months.
November 2026
Article 22 (refugee children) If a child is seeking refuge or has refugee status, governments must provide them with appropriate protection and assistance to help them enjoy all the rights in the Convention. Governments must help refugee children who are separated from their parents to be reunited with them.
December 2026
Article 31 (leisure, play and culture) Every child has the right to relax, play and take part in a wide range of cultural and artistic activities.
January 2027
Article 40 (juvenile justice) A child accused or guilty of breaking the law must be treated with dignity and respect. They have the right to legal assistance and a fair trial that takes account of their age. Governments must set a minimum age for children to be tried in a criminal court and manage a justice system that enables children who have been in conflict with the law to reintegrate into society.