Child Rights

Child Rights

Since the establishment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, great care has been taken to provide equal social care for all of its citizens, and the Basic Law of Governance has emphasized the importance of promoting and protecting this right. Article 10 states: "The state is keen to strengthen the ties of the family, preserve its Arab and Islamic values, care for all its members, and provide the appropriate conditions for developing their talents and abilities." The system also guarantees comprehensive care and protection for all individuals, with a special focus on the rights of children. For more information, visit the National Platform website.

What are Child Rights?

Child rights are a set of human rights specifically designed for individuals under the age of eighteen, taking into account their nature and vulnerability. In general, children enjoy their own set of rights in addition to basic human rights, considering their special needs that correspond to their age, fragility, and the importance of their development and support. In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, there are various types of child rights, including: the right to life, the right to a name and nationality (right to identity), the right to education, the right to food, the right to health, the right to freedom, and the right to protection. This protection includes safeguarding children from physical, psychological, sexual abuse, and neglect.

Child Protection System

This system aims to protect any individual under the age of eighteen and combat all forms of abuse and neglect that a child may face in their environment. The system affirms the rights guaranteed by Islamic law, in addition to the regulations and international agreements that the Kingdom has become a party to.

Protecting Children Online: Enhancing Safety and Empowerment in the Digital World
In today’s world, children can access the internet from their homes, schools, and public spaces, which calls for increasing their awareness of online risks and providing them with guidelines to ensure safe usage that protects their mental and physical well-being.

Guidelines for Safe Internet Use for Children

• Create a list of trusted and child-friendly websites to facilitate safe browsing.
• Monitor children’s online activities and track the websites they visit.
• Restrict electronic communication to a known group of friends and relatives.
• Educate children about the dangers of chat rooms and untrustworthy groups.
• Engage in ongoing conversations with children about the benefits and risks of the internet.
• Encourage children to develop self-monitoring habits for responsible and safe browsing.
• Motivate children to share useful knowledge and alert their family to any risks they notice.

Guidelines for Safe Use of Mobile Phones

• Choose a phone that suits the child’s age and digital experience, and define the allowed services.
• Ensure there is a genuine need for the child to own a phone before purchasing one.
• Establish family rules to regulate usage times and costs.
• Educate children about the risks of technologies like Bluetooth and set the device to "invisible" mode.
• Use a phone lock code and keep the device’s serial number for reference in case of loss or theft.

Objective: Safe and Beneficial Use

By following these guidelines, the risks associated with modern technology can be minimized, and a safe and enriching digital experience for children can be ensured.
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