In their own voice. The participation of children and young people in parliamentary proceedings

Committee on the Commissioner for Children and Young People (2017 - 2021)· 26 November 2020general_report

This WA parliamentary committee report explores how to increase the participation of children and young people in parliamentary proceedings. It examines the benefits of including children's voices, obstacles to participation, and strategies for safe and effective engagement, drawing on examples from the UK Parliament and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Impact

Children and young people in WA will be more involved in decisions that affect them. Parliament will be more representative and inclusive. Government policies and services for children will be improved.

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