The CCRC is thrilled to announce our fall 2021 webinar series Children’s Rights in Action in Times of Uncertainty. Join us on September 29 for a webinar by Dr. Donna Koller & Maxime Grossi, a registered nurse, titled: Hiding & Seeking: Children’s Lived Experiences During COVID-19. Panelists will discuss children’s lived experiences during COVID-19, a …
For far too long, child care has been seen as a private issue for families, rather than a public one in which government leadership is needed. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed this to the extent that employers and public policy makers are taking note of the importance of high quality accessible child care for women’s …
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The CCRC is looking for a volunteer to help us with our website upkeep, graphic design, and general maintenance of our online presence. If you have someone who may be interested, please let them know about this opportunity. The CCRC is an umbrella organization that brings together organizations and individuals across Canada to support full …
Découvrez ce nouveau cours sur les droits des enfants à l’UBC : Message du programme d’études supérieures en études interdisciplinaires. Pour la première session d’hiver à venir, l’ISGP offre un nouveau cours passionnant, INDS 502F – Droits des enfants, qui pourrait vous intéresser. Veuillez consulter ci-dessous les détails du cours et une brève description. INDS 502F 001 (Trimestre d’hiver 1) : Instructeurs en droits de l’enfant à 3 crédits : ...
Our summer intern from Humber College, Sarah, reflects upon the Phoenix Consultation, a conference she attended on behalf of the CCRC where young people from across North American came together, along with the UN Special Rapporteur, and an intergenerational group of leaders to discuss issues related to children’s rights and the environment. By Sarah Mountjoy …
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See below for a recent post from CHEO regarding the Joint Statement on Physical Punishment of Children and Youth. The Joint Statement on Physical Punishment of Children and Youth was developed by a national coalition of organizations facilitated by CHEO. Based on an extensive review of research, the Joint Statement provides an overview of the developmental outcomes associated with …
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Here is our infographic on ending violence against children in Canada