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Children claim their rights in Bangladesh
Student Activites
- Read the case study, Children claim their rights in Bangladesh.
- Research the climate, physical features and economy of Bangladesh. Give reasons why so many people live in poverty in Bangladesh.
- Review the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and write a simple summary of the provisions.
- List the four components of the CARD Project. Next to each component, list the rights which are being addressed.
- Give reasons why Shishu Parishads have been effective in promoting democratic ideals and skills.
- What are the major benefits of drop-in centres for rural and working children?
- Brainstorm special days, weeks, years and events which are commemorated in your community. Discuss with a partner, why it is important to commemorate these special occasions. What is achieved by the commemoration of Child Rights Week in Bangladesh and which rights are addressed during that week?
- Describe the major achievements of the regular meetings between the Central Working Children's Council and the local government official in Madhupur.
- Do children in Australia work? If so, how are their conditions similar and different to those of the children in poor and rural areas of Bangladesh?
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