Child rights

What are children’s rights? 

Children’s rights exist to help you stay safe, healthy, learning and listened to – at home, at school and in your community. 

These rights are outlined in an agreement between countries called the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. This agreement is a promise made to every child, and it must be respected by adults at all times.  

Explain it to me like I’m 10 

Join Levi for a chat with Howard at 54 reasons (part of Save the Children) about three important rights: having a say, making friends, and time to play. 

Rights in this video

Right #12: Have a say 

You have the right to share your views – especially when decisions affect you. And adults should take you seriously by listening, asking you questions, and explaining how your views were considered. 
For example: You have the right to have a say about class rules, school uniforms, and family plans. 
 

Right #15: Make friends & join groups 

You can make friends and start or join clubs, teams and groups. Adults should help you connect with others and make sure everyone can join in. 
For example: You have the right to start a lunchtime club, join a sports team, and spend time with your friends. 
 

Right #31: Play & rest  

You have the right to play, create and relax. Play helps you learn, solve problems and feel good. Adults should make space for play and rest in busy days, at school and at home. 

For example: You have a right to play with toys, build things, draw, dance, sing, read or just chill out.  

Ask us anything 

Which rights should we explain next? Send your questions to our team and we’ll try our best to answer them in the next video. 

Need help? 

You have a right to be safe and cared for. 

If you need help right now: 

• If it's an emergency or if someone is in danger, call 000 
• If you’re worried or don’t feel safe, talk to an adult who you trust (a parent, a teacher, or another grown‑up) 

You can also call Kids Helpline on 1800 55 18001 and talk to a counsellor, or chat to them online. When you go to their website, select 'Get Help!' at the top of the screen.