I’m a child
You can find out about your human rights here. You can find out how to get help if your rights have not been respected.
I’m a young person
Get help, information and advice about your human rights, and find out the ways you can get involved in what we do.
Getting human rights advice in scary times
Rights are there so that children and young people can lead safe and happy lives, and that doesn’t stop being true in difficult times.
CoronavirusLearning at home with the Commissioner: Activity 4
This short rights-based film for primary aged children helps them think about ways to relax and play.
Commissioner urges Scottish Government to hear from young carers about what support they need during global pandemic
The Commissioner urges that the Scottish Government include young carers in any plans for the extra supports they put in place in response to COVID-19.
A new emergency Bill around Coronavirus is before the Scottish Parliament today. Here are two amendments that would protect young people’s rights
We support two amendments at Stage 2 of the Coronavirus (No 2.) Bill that would help protect young people’s rights in Scotland.
Commissioner echoes civil society call for emergency cash boost to families
As over 100 organisations and academics call on the Scottish Government to deliver emergency financial support, the Commissioner says Scotland is failing to meet rights of children.