@ocoireland.bsky.socialWhat would stronger protection of children's rights mean for young people in Ireland?
We hear from Harrison Rossiter McGuire, Uachtarán of the ISSU as part of our Follow Through on 42 campaign.
Harrison gives his perspective on the #UNCRC and what incorporation could mean for children.
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@ocoireland.bsky.socialOur Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) met with members of the Joint Committee on Children and Equality today at the Oireachtas to discuss the importance of incorporating the UNCRC into to Irish law #UNCRC
@ocoireland.bsky.socialHere are some of the key moments from the session, showcasing our panel members sharing their perspectives, experiences, and recommendations with policymakers on incorporating the #UNCRC into Irish law.
@ocoireland.bsky.socialA big day for our Youth Advisory Panel at the Oireachtas💙
Holly, Olan and fellow Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) members were at Leinster House as Holly and Olan spoke to the Joint Committee on Children and Equality about the #UNCRC and strengthening the protection of children’s rights in Ireland.
@ocoireland.bsky.socialWhat would incorporating the #UNCRC actually mean for children in Ireland?
Our Youth Advisory Panel members Holly, Olan, Amelia and Rohan took that message directly to the Oireachtas.
📖 Read our opening statement here: www.oco.ie/.../opening-...
@ocoireland.bsky.socialWhat does the UNCRC actually mean for children?
The 42 rights cover almost every part of childhood, from education and healthcare to being heard, protected and supported.
Get to know the 42 rights at oco.ie
@ocoireland.bsky.socialChildren have a right to be heard.
That means more than simply asking for their views.
Children should have the chance to speak up about the things that affect them and know they’ve been listened to.
Find out more about children’s rights at oco.ie
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Child trafficking remains significantly under-identified in Ireland, with the number of children formally identified as victims remaining extremely low, the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (IHREC) has warned
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Most underage migrants who entered Ceuta will not be returned, Spanish minister says
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
@ocoireland.bsky.socialWhat do children’s rights look like when they go online?
Alex Cooney from CyberSafeKids shares her perspective on online safety and why the rights children have under the UNCRC matter just as much in the digital world.
@polsocgeo.bsky.social#UNCRC #UN #humanrights
UN mission believes US behind strikes on Iran school
www.rte.ie/news/2026/09...
@mrsdennisstjoes.bsky.socialToday we learned about the work UNICEF are doing in Afghanistan. We were shocked to learn girls are not allowed to go to Secondary. We then made kites to show how we value our education. Decorating the kite with things we like to learn. #UNCRC #stjoesstory
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@childreninscotland.bsky.socialToday we made some new friends from overseas, here to learn more about #UNCRC in Scotland 👋
It was an absolute pleasure to host representatives from Allies for Children, UNICEF, Project Unity, First Focus on Children, and Youth Infusion, among others. Some excellent discussion and connections.
@ocoireland.bsky.socialBig decisions can have a big impact on children. That’s why it’s so important that children’s rights are part of the conversation from the very beginning.
Find out more about our Follow Through on 42 work on oco.ie. #UNCRC #ChildrensRights #FollowThroughOn42
@polsocgeo.bsky.social#socialmedia #media #UNCRC
Ireland's media regulator to investigate X over age verification, parental control concerns
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@ocoireland.bsky.socialHave you seen the news?
The OCO is campaigning for the full and direct incorporation of the #UNCRC into Irish law. To make children’s rights real.
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