Frontiers of Children’s Rights

About

This school takes a close look at contemporary children’s rights issues such as juvenile justice, alternative care, protection and participation of children in (armed) conflict, emerging global issues and children's rights and digital technologies.

In this 6th edition, children's rights issued are explored from a legal perspective, accompanied by reflections from other academic disciplines, legal systems, local perceptions and realities. Leading academic and professional experts in the field of children’s rights, international law and other relevant disciplines offer inspiring and interactive lectures, seminars and excursions in and around Leiden Law School.

Course leader

Prof. Ton Liefaard, Professor of Children’s Rights (UNICEF Chair), Leiden University Prof. Julia Sloth-Nielsen, Professor of Children’s Rights in the Developing World, Leiden University Ms. Katrien Klep, Assistant Professor, Institute for Private Law, C

Target group

This summer school is aimed at law students (who have completed at least three years of their degree), young graduates and professionals with a background in law. Applicants with a background in other relevant disciplines that are relevant to the theme of the summer school will be considered as well.

Course aim

Frontiers of Children's Rights enables participants to learn about children's rights issues. Participants also get to connect with participants from all over the world. It is an enriching experience for professionals and advanced students who work on children's rights on a daily basis.

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