1.2 Learning outcomes

When you have studied this session, you will be able to:

  • define and use correctly all the key words used in this study session
  • describe the key provisions contained in the UN Convention and the African Charter
  • explain the four principles of the UN Convention and the African Charter
  • describe the key differences and similarities between the UN Convention and the African Charter
  • understand the relevance of the UN Convention and the African Charter to the health worker’s role.

1.3 United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child