What are the basic rights of the child?

According to international standards and Ukrainian legislation, the basic rights of a child include the following:

1. The right to life:

• Every child has the right to life from the moment of birth.

2. The right to a nationality and a name:

• Every child has the right to a first name, surname, nationality and birth registration.

3. The right to health care:

• Children have the right to access to health care and appropriate treatment.
• Protection of health and creation of safe conditions for development.

4. The right to education:

• Guaranteed access to free primary and secondary education.

5. The right to safe living conditions:

• Ensuring conditions for full physical, mental and emotional development.

6. The right to rest and leisure:

• The ability to participate in entertainment, cultural and sports activities.

7. The right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion:

• Children have the right to express their thoughts and beliefs while respecting the rights of others.

8. The right to protection from violence and exploitation:

• Protection from any form of physical, psychological or economic violence.

9. The right to a family:

• To live with family or in foster care if there is no family.

10. The right to participate in cultural life:

• The opportunity to engage in creativity, intellectual activity and participate in cultural events.

These rights are regulated, in particular, by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and relevant national laws of Ukraine.