Universal Declaration of Human Rights
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2015
International Standards
UN principles and guidelines on access to legal aid
Compendium of United Nations Standards and Norms in Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice
Guidelines for Juvenile Justice in Iraq: For Judges and Prosecutors
Guidelines for Juvenile Justice in Iraq: For Judges and Prosecutors
This guidebook aims to provide instructions and practical guidance for the judges and prosecutors working in juvenile justice in Iraq. This is to ensure the proper application of relevant legislations and regulations, and to respect the international standards for juveniles and children. It particularly aims to protect the best interests of juveniles and to extend the application of alternative penalties whenever possible, especially in cases where judges have the discretionary powers to expand the application of the legal text, considering the particular circumstances of each case.
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2018
Child rights Mechanisms_CRIN
Guide to mechanisms for children’s rights
The purpose of this guide is to help readers understand the ‘mechanisms’ working on child rights, such as different parts of the United Nations, or regional bodies like the African Union. The guide is not exhaustive, or perfect, and may be amended over time as new developments unravel. If you notice any inaccuracies, or have any other comments, we would like to hear from you.
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DEFENCE FOR CHILDREN INTERNATIONAL (DCI) – Belgium Lawyers defending children in conflict with the law
Guidelines on Justice in Matters involving Child Victims and Witnesses of Crime
Guidelines on Justice in Matters involving Child Victims and Witnesses of Crime provides a series of recommendations and guidelines on youth witnesses, offenders, and defendants.
ECOSOC Resolution 2005/20, Guidelines on Justice in Matters involving Child Victims and Witnesses of Crime, provides a series of recommendations and guidelines for member states to implement national policies regarding youth in the justice system.
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2005
Achieving Child-Friendly Justice in Africa
Guidelines on Action for Children in the Justice System in Africa
Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action (VDPA)
The Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action (VDPA) is a recent and extensive addition to international human rights policy and devotes itself largely to implementation considerations.
The Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action (VDPA) adopted in 1993 lays out in the most extensive language the consideration of human rights in the present era. In addition, it calls for and defines the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (now the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights or OHCHR).
The Declaration\’s Part Four, Articles 45 – 53, consider specifically Children\’s rights. Articles 20, 23, and 29 additionally address children. Articles 83 – 98 consider implementation specific information.
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1993