Happy World Children’s Day!
On November 20, 1989, the United Nations General Assembly adopted
the Convention on the Rights of
the Child, and at the initiative of UNICEF, this day has been celebrated as World Children’s Day since 2017.
As one of the first
countries to adopt the Convention, Mongolia has
long recognized the four
fundamental rights of children: the right to live, to develop, to be
protected, and to participate
in social life. Mongolia became a signatory to the Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1990, committing to uphold these
rights.
Today, 37.1% of Mongolia’s population is under 18 years of age,
highlighting the importance of continued efforts to protect and promote the
rights of children.
Progress
Made:
Thanks to the attention
and efforts of the Mongolian
Parliament and the Government,
progress has been made in ensuring children’s rights.
Key developments include:
•
2023: The Education Framework Law was
updated.
•
2024: The Child Protection Law was revised
to enhance the legal system, ensuring children’s rights
to education, protection, and well-being.
The objective of the Child Protection Law is
to define the national child
protection system, outline the roles and responsibilities of
stakeholders, and ensure children are protected from harmful situations while providing the
necessary support and services to safeguard their safety and well-being.
Challenges
and Moving Forward:
While progress has been
made, there are still gaps, particularly in the accessibility of development services for children
aged 6-17. Currently, only
about 20% of children
in this age group are receiving the services they need for their development.
To ensure the rights of
children to development and enhance access to services, further policies will be implemented to
address these gaps and ensure that all
children can fully realize their potential and enjoy the protection
and care they deserve.
Let’s continue working together to uphold the highest rights and interests of children and
ensure their well-being.