CRC Article 6

You have the right to live and grow

Adults must protect your life, your safety and your chance to grow up well. If something puts you in danger, that is never your fault.

How you can use it

1. 1If you are in danger now, go to a safer place and ask a safe adult to call 000, or call 000.
2. 2Tell a doctor, teacher, caseworker, police officer or advocate what is putting you at risk.
3. 3Ask for a safety plan, health care and a follow-up date.

What a violation looks like

Someone ignores you when you say you are in danger, or leaves you in an unsafe place.

Words you can use

“I am not safe because ______. I need help now.”

If speaking is hard, write it, draw it, send a message, or ask a trusted adult to say it with you.