ACHIEVING A RIGHTS-BASED CULTURE
Achieving Children’s Rights in Practice
Michael Donnellan, Director, Probation Service
Key Points:
Children and Young People are Ireland’s greatest asset. They will brighten, shape
and protect our future.
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Parents have two lasting bequests for their children and young people:1. Roots
2. Wings
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Reflections on past practice
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Child Centred Approach versus Child Led Approach
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The Eight Skinner Principles:1.
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Individuality and Development
Rights and Responsibilities
Good Basic Care
Education
Health
Partnerships With Parents
Child Centred Collaboration “Child Led Collaboration”
A Feeling of Safety
Examples from Practice