The Convention on the Rights of the Child and Quality Education

The paper is intended to provide a framework for developing quality education programmes “translating” the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) into policies and practices that are inclusive of, and responsive to, diversity. It is also meant as a source of stimulation and discussion, and has as its intended audience, policy-makers and practitioners – including teacher educators – as well as national and international organisations. It is written in the belief that education goals and policies need to be based on equal rights and opportunities, implying that public education must be made accessible and beneficial for all learners. It underscores our joint responsibility to reach out to children that have been traditionally marginalised and excluded – including in situations of conflict, post-conflict and natural disaster.