Right to access reliable information
Every child’s right to reliable information It’s hard to avoid the news these days. Whether from your television, radio, mates or social media feed, it’s
The Right to Be Me
Children’s Rights Queensland has launched our first children’s picture book The Right to Be Me. Click below to learn more.
About Us
Children’s Rights Queensland was founded in 1971 and has a rich history of promoting the rights of children and supporting communities. We deliver a range of initiatives that raise awareness of the needs, rights and achievements of children.
Children’s Rights Queensland is proudly supported by the Queensland Family and Child Commission.
Children's Week Celebrations
Each year events are held across Queensland to celebrate National Children’s Week. Grants are available for groups and organisations.
Young Leaders Challenge
A Leadership Program designed for high school students across Queensland.
Ambassador Program
Looking to give back to your community? Apply to become a Children’s Rights Queensland Ambassador.
Children's Rights Resources
View our range of Children’s Rights Resources for educators, parents and children.
Children's Week 2022
22 October – 30 October 2022
The Children’s Week National Theme for 2022 is UNCRC Article 27: Children have the right to a standard of living that is good enough to meet their physical and mental needs. The government should help families who cannot afford to provide this.
More information coming soon!
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Right to Mental Health Support
Children’s right to mental health support Getting ready for 2022 As 2021 comes to a close, it’s more important than ever to reflect on the
Children’s rights in pictures: a Queensland first
MEDIA RELEASE: 22 October 2021 A Queensland-focussed picture book about children’s rights is set to empower a generation, with The Right to Be Me launched
Every right, for every child
Eglantyne Jebb, a strong British Social Reformer, who became fondly known as the lady in the brown cardigan, is known to have drafted the document that became the Geneva Declaration of the Rights of the Child.
