Position Papers on the Right of the Child

Introduction

The Association Comunità Papa Giovanni XXIII is an international faith-based Non Governmental Organization recognized by the Pontifical Right, and accredited to ECOSOC in 2006 with a Special Consultative Status. Present in 27 countries and on five continents, the members of the Association share directly their lives with the least in society, and are committed to removing the causes of injustice, poverty and marginalisation worldwide.

The Association is on the forefront in the promotion of the rights of children in a comprehensive approach: family, education, life, and health.

This paper reflects the position of the Association Comunità Papa Giovanni XXIII on the above-mentioned matters.