Promotion of children's right to participation
A strategic goal 2 of our 2026–2030 strategic plan
Every child holds the right to participation to be heard, to express themselves, and to play an active role in matters that affect their lives. This right is enshrined in Articles 12 and 13 of the UNCRC and in Article 9 of the ACRWC, which protects freedom of thought, conscience, and religion.
ACRWC · Article 9
“Every child shall have the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion. Parents and, where applicable, legal guardians shall have a duty to provide guidance and direction in the exercise of these rights having regard to the evolving capacities and best interests of the child.”
Under this strategic goal, CVT commits to championing child participation — empowering children and creating meaningful platforms for them to engage in solving matters that affect them at every level of society.
Key Impact Highlights
Budgeting.
child led advocacy,
social inclusion
Monitoring and Reporting on child/human rights mechanisms.
climate change and environmental protection .
| 🎯Focus Area | 🛠️Key Actions | 📊Key Results | 🌟Impact |
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🏫 Public Planning & Budgeting |
Children engaged in district consultations and decision-making processes |
1,021 children participated; 172 classrooms, 9 health posts, 5 bridges, 3 roads constructed; 8 sectors accessed clean water |
Improved infrastructure, reduced school overcrowding, increased access to services; leaders recognize value of child participation
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📢Child-Led Advocacy & Influence |
Training on child rights, advocacy, and campaigning; engagement with leaders and institutions |
1,025 children trained; 380 children supported (child labour, school dropout, street children); influenced 7 policies and decisions |
Children influence decisions at local, national, and global levels; stronger child protection systems |
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🌳Climate Change & Environment |
Tree planting, eco-clubs, policy development, participation in climate dialogues |
3,592 trees planted; children engaged in COP consultations; contributed to UNCRC General Comment No. 26 |
Increased environmental awareness; children actively protect environment and influence global discussions |
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📝Participation in consultations and development of national/international reports |
Participation in consultations and development of national/international reports |
1,025 children engaged; contributions to CSO reports, UPR, and ACRWC reports; 52.17% of recommendations adopted by African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child |
Children’s voices influence national and continental policies; stronger accountability on child rights |
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⚖️Gender Justice & Inclusion |
Gender policy development, community awareness, child-led advocacy through media and events |
Gender & Inclusion Policy developed; community campaigns reached ~300+ people; child-led drama and tools created |
Increased awareness on gender equality; more inclusive participation; communities challenge harmful norms |