3. Optional Handouts
3.1 A Framework of Children's Needs
There is significant inter-relationship between these needs and many could therefore be listed under more than one heading.
| Physical needs | Social, Economic and Cultural needs | Psychological Needs (Intellectual, Emotional & Volitional) | Spiritual needs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelter | Opportunities for play and friendships | A stable and loving family environment, whether the biological or a substitute family | Exploration and appreciation of the nature of life |
| Water and sanitation | Access to quality education and stimulation | Access to appropriate guidance and support | Understanding of what lies beyond the immediate world |
| Protection from environ mental pollution | Stable social and economic environment | Access to age appropriate information | - |
| Adequate food | Knowledge of and respect for own language, religion and culture | Respect for privacy and confidentiality | - |
| Adequate clothing | Access to health care | Recognition of and respect for emerging competencies and opportunities to take growing levels of responsibility | - |
| - | Freedom from discrimination | Opportunities to be listened to and respected | - |
| Protection from violence | Opportunities to contribute and acquire responsibility | A sense of belonging and identity | - |
| Protection from exploitation and abuse | Opportunities for meaningful empowering work and service | A sense of worth and being valued by others | - |
| Opportunities for development of physical potentials | - | Being able to develop cognitive talents and creative potentials | - |
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2.4 Child Rights Ecology Model