Right to adequate standard of living
Children have the right to a standard of living that is good enough to meet their physical and mental needs. Governments should help families and guardians who cannot afford to provide this, particularly with regards to food, clothing and housing.
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INTERNATIONAL
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The convention on the Rights of the child 1989 – Article 27
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International covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights 1966 – Article 11
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AFRICA
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The African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child 1990 – Article 20
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AMERICAS
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Additional Protocol to the American Convention on Human Rights in the Area of Economic, social and Cultural Rights (‘Protocol of San Salvador’) 1988 – Article 12 (right to food)
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MIDDLE EAST
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Arab Charter on Human Rights 2004 – Article 38
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