Real Stories
This character was forced to join the military at age 14, under the command of brutal dictatorship. He suffered from a lack of medical care, starvation, shot and was released from service 10 years later.
Who is, "Bob"? Or What is, "A Real Story"?
Children have the right to be protected from all other kinds of exploitation (being taken advantage of), even if these are not specifically mentioned in this Convention.
What is, "protection from exploitation"?
"[...] Never Fear Death. Death comes to everyone. What matters is what you do with the time you have. This is what defines you, the legacy that you leave, not just for your family but for the whole world."
What is "Child Soldiers"?
A mixture of gunpowder and cocaine.
What is, brown-brown?
The generally chosen tool used by graffiti artists.
What is, "Spray paint"?
This region has been under a 25+ year boil water advisory.
Where is Neskantaga? Or what is the Neskantaga Water Crisis?
Governments must stop children being taken out of the country when this is against the law – for example, being kidnapped by someone or held abroad by a parent when the other parent does not agree.
What is, "protection from kidnapping"?
"Alone, we may be a single drop of water, but together we can be a mighty river. We must help each other to become strong!"
What is, "Selavi"?
This story centers around the experience of being an illegal immigrant/alien.
What is, "My Shoes and I"?
Writing or a piece of artwork that is painted or applied directly to a wall, ceiling, or other structure.
What is graffiti?
A child who lost his family and joined a group of other street kids.
Who is, Selavi?
Every child has the right to an education. Primary education should be free. Secondary and higher education should be available to every child. Children should be encouraged to go to school to the highest level possible. Discipline in schools should respect children’s rights and never use violence.
What is, "access to education"?
"They thought that bullets would silence us, but they failed...One child, one teacher, one book, one pen, can change the world."
Who is Malala?
These Rights of Children were violated in "Almost a Miracle".
What is, "Health, water, food, development"?
What is, "Recovery and reintegration"?
What is, "protection for children with disabilities"?
What is, "protection from discrimination"?
Personal signature, also known as a moniker
Gopamma, an Afghani girl whose family could not afford to pay for her education after paying for her medical treatment, was ignored and made fun of for this disease.
What is Polio?
Children have the right to get information from the Internet, radio, television, newspapers, books and other sources. Adults should make sure the information they are getting is not harmful. Governments should encourage the media to share information from lots of different sources, in languages that all children can understand.
What is, "access to information"?
This person was fatally shot for advocating for the rights of children, speaking against the exploitation of children as laborers in carpet factories.
Who is Iqbal?
These rights are violated in the story of "Malala".
What is, "Access to education"?
What is, "Respect for children's views"?
What is, "Sharing thoughts freely"?
What is, "Protection from violence"?
A type of tag, commonly seen with large bubble letters
What is a throw?
This character travels through three different countries, by car, bus, and foot to be reunited with their mother. This character experiences dangerous weather, life-threatening routes, and goes hungry for an unknown lengthy amount of time.
Who is Mario? Or what is "My Shoes and I"?
When adults make decisions, they should think about how their decisions will affect children. All adults should do what is best for children. Governments should make sure children are protected and looked after by their parents, or by other people when this is needed. Governments should make sure that people and places responsible for looking after children are doing a good job.
What is, "best interests of the child?"
This man was fatally shot by police after dialing 911 during a mental health crisis.
Who is D'Andre Campbell?
These are the Rights of Children that were violated in "Selavi".
What is, "Sharing thoughts freely"?
What is, "Setting up or joining groups"?
What is, "Social and economic help"?
What is, "Recovery and reintegration"?
What is, "Rest, play, culture, arts"?
This artist depicted Toronto as a vibrant and diverse ocean reef ecosystem.
Who is Uber 5000?