Introduction

Article 5 has one paragraph titled Rights of Three Parties. The paragraph is divided into five sub-paragraphs recognizing the importance parents, society, leaders of religions or beliefs place on the early development of the child. Some of these sub-paragraphs are in opposition to each other and the 1989 CRC demonstrating the sensitive nature of how a religion or belief should be passed on to the next generation. The way in which these paragraphs are interpreted most often depends on the culture and country of the community. The sub-paragraphs discussed below are followed by related examples and learning experiences.

Objectives

Understand the rights and inter-relationships of the three parties.

• Parents Rights to Raise Children
• Guiding Principles in Education
• Child’s Right to Protection
• Best Interests of the Child
• States Right to Protect Children

1. Bahiyyih G. Tahzib, Freedom of Religion or Belief: Ensuring Effective International Legal Protection, Kluwer Law International, The Hague , The Netherlands (1996) p. 179