Child protection from violence, exploitation and abuse
Legal Framework
UNICEF supports the development and implementation of a legal framework that ensures the protection of children's rights. As a key part of building a Protective Environment, UNICEF works with governments to ensure that this legal framework is upheld and made a reality for children. The international standards provided under each of the issues below represent the commitment of national governments to Child Protection.
- Birth Registration
- Child Labour
- Child Marriage
- Child Trafficking
- Children and Emergencies
- Children and Justice
- Children with Disabilities
- Children without Parental Care
- Discrimination
- Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting
- Sexual Exploitation of Children
- Violence against Children
Please note that the listing of legal standards on each of the issues above is not exhaustive. It does not include regional legislation, except for Child Marriage and Female Genital Mutiliation/Cutting where African Human Rights legislation is included. For regional and national legislation, please refer to the regional and national human rights treaty bodies.
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