Ensuring the Rights of Indigenous Children

This research digest consists of a comprehensive review of the inability of Indigenous children to access their full range of human rights. This review begins by framing the issues within international law, particularly Article 30 of the Convention of the Rights of the Children. There is a focus upon four key areas: health and nutrition, quality education, protection and support, and participation in decision-making. The specific vulnerabilities of Indigenous girls are recognized throughout the digest, for example in areas of education and vulnerability to violence. The digest also contains detailed examples of positive activities from Indigenous communities globally. One of the key recommendations is for national governments to engage in legislative reform to ensure that the rights of Indigenous children are adequately protected.