November 20 is National Child Day. It is a special day that recognizes our country’s commitment to upholding the rights of all children and youth. This year’s National Child Day marks the 30th anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. While Canada has made progress on children’s rights, there is much work to be done in this province and throughout the country to advance and protect children’s rights.
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate is committed to advocating for the rights of children and youth in Newfoundland and Labrador and helping children, youth and adults understand these rights. Jackie Lake Kavanagh, Child and Youth Advocate said, “Because of their vulnerability, young people need each and every one of us to support and advance their rights, and to ensure their voices are heard on matters affecting them.”
The Advocate recognizes that “Many people are tireless advocates in their families, communities, and professions to improve the status of children’s rights in our society. These collective efforts within the province and throughout the country are critical and need to be acknowledged and continued.”
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate will be celebrating National Child Day activities throughout the week. A list of activities is attached. Activities will celebrate and create awareness about children’s rights.
All are encouraged to wear a blue ribbon or the color blue on National Child Day to show support for the rights of children and youth. To share your tweets and pictures, tag @OCYANL .
For more information on the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate, check out the OCYA website at www.childandyouthadvocate.nl.ca/ or on Twitter @OCYANL .
Information on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child can be found at www.unicef.org/crc/files/Rights_overview.pdf .
Schedule of Activities
November 18 (Monday) |
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November 19 (Tuesday) |
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November 20 (Wednesday) |
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November 21 (Thursday) |
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November 22 (Friday) |
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November 23 (Saturday) |
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You can reach us by calling 1-877-753-3888 or emailing office@ocya.nl.ca.
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Media contact
Wilma MacInnis
Office of the Child and Youth Advocate
709-753-3888
wilmamacinnis@ocya.nl.ca