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Every child has a right to be heard.

Not just to speak — but to be listened to, taken seriously and included in decisions that shape their lives.

At Singapore Children's Society, we believe that children are not just recipients of care. They are individuals with ideas, hopes and perspectives that matter. When children are given safe spaces to share their thoughts, they grow in confidence, learn to express themselves and feel valued for who they are.

To ensure children's rights are fulfilled meaningfully, adults can support and work together with children with respect, guidance and mutual understanding.

The right to participate is part of a child’s fundamental rights.

Under Article 12 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), every child has the right to express their views, be heard and have those views taken seriously. These rights apply at home, in school and in the community.

When children participate, our role as adults is to...

  • Take their views seriously and let those views shape decisions.

  • Actively listen to children and let what they share change how adults respond.

  • Work with children, not just for them.

Children's Rights In Action

Rights Here, Right Now!

“Rights Here, Rights Now” is an interactive workshop that aims to build children’s understanding of their rights and how these apply to their everyday lives. In 2025, two workshops were conducted for youth from our youth centres — The Fort and RoundBox, as part of their annual camps. Tailored to each camp’s theme, participants explored how their rights connect to the issues they encounter in their own lives.

Gathering youth voices and perspectives

A core group of 12 youths is working on an alternative report to the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child. Through creative workshops facilitated by Checkpoint Theatre, the group brings together young people’s perspectives on issues that affect their lives — from their lived experiences to the changes they hope to see. Their report will be considered by the UN Committee in its review of Singapore’s progress in implementing children’s rights.

Amplifying Youth Voices on the Regional Stage

Four youth delegates participated in “Violence Ends With Us”: An Asia-Pacific Youth-Led Summit in Rizal, Philippines held on 14 -16 April 2026. Over 3 days, 150 youth delegates from over 23 countries took part in dialogues, learning sessions and a hackathon—where they co-created solutions to end Violence Against Children. The top ideas received seed funding to bring their projects to life, with the opportunity to present them at the upcoming 2nd Global Ministerial Conference in November this year.

Curious to find out more about children's rights?

Rights Here, Right Now! is an interactive workshop where participants explore what the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) means in real life. No prior knowledge needed — just come ready to share, reflect and hear different perspectives.

FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH AGE 13 TO 19

4 September 2026, Friday

2.00pm to 5.00pm
CONNECT @ City Square Mall
What do children's rights have to do with school, friendships, mental health, online spaces — and the everyday decisions that affect young people?

Through games, activities and discussion, participants will explore what children and youth need to feel happy, healthy and safe; why their views matter; and how they can have a say in matters that affect them.
Register Your Interest Here
FOR PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS

12 September 2026, Saturday

10.30am to 12.30pm
CONNECT @ City Square Mall
What do children's rights have to do with school, family life, mental health, online spaces — and the everyday decisions that affect young people?

Through activities and discussion, participants will explore what children and youth need to feel happy, healthy and safe; why their views matter; and how adults can better listen, support and work alongside them.
Register Your Interest Here