Advanced Studies in International Children’s Rights - Leiden University

21/01/2025

🌟 Reminder: Scholarship Deadline Approaching! 🎓💡

Are you planning to join the Advanced LL.M. in International Children’s Rights at Leiden University for the 2025/2026 academic year? Make sure you’ve explored the various scholarships available to support your studies!

📅 Deadline Alert: The application deadline for most scholarships is 1 February 2025.

Don’t miss this chance to take the next step toward an inspiring academic journey—apply today! 🌍✨

💻 For more details about eligibility and requirements, visit the website: https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/study-programmes/master/international-childrens-rights

Leiden University’s Master of Laws in International Children’s Rights (LL.M.) looks at human rights laws for children from a comparative perspective.

21/01/2025

🎥 A Day in the Life of a Student in the Advanced Studies in International Children’s Rights🎥

Meet Mary Kalekye Mutisya, a student in our Advanced LLM programme! In this short video, MK shares her journey—from what motivated her to join the programme to what a typical day looks like as a student.

👉 Feeling inspired?

🔗 Explore the program here: https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/study-programmes/master/international-childrens-

📩 Have questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

06/01/2025

🎉 Happy New Year 2025! 🎉

Happy New Year from all of us at the Advanced LLM in International Children's Rights! Wishing you a wonderful and peaceful 2025. 🌍👧🧒

Thank you for being part of our mission. Let’s continue working together to create brighter futures for all children!

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13/12/2024

✨ As we wrap up the academic year, students from the Advanced Master's in International Children's Rights had an incredible opportunity to visit the Permanent Bureau of the HCCH - Hague Conference on Private International Law.

📚 Each year, the course "Child and Family in Private International Law" benefits from the proximity to The Hague, allowing students to deepen their understanding of the HCCH Children's Conventions through this unique visit. It's a wonderful experience that brings theory to life and enhances their grasp of the global impact of the Hague Conventions.

A huge thank you to HCCH for the long-standing partnership and for making this experience so meaningful! 🙌

🎉 There's also time to connect outside the classroom!

After the visit to HCCH, students and programme staff came together to share a wonderful evening, celebrating the spirit of the upcoming holiday season.

💫 These moments of connection and joy are truly cherished. A sincere thank you to everyone who joined us and made the evening special. 🙏

12/12/2024

🌟 Successful Webinar: Advancing Children's Rights in Latin America 🌟

Yesterday, we had the privilege of hosting an incredible webinar on Children's Rights in Latin America. Moderated by Prof. Ton Liefaard, the session provided valuable insights and inspiring discussions from all participants. ✨

We are immensely grateful for the insightful presentations by Prof. Nicolás Espejo Yaksic, who shared a comprehensive overview of key children’s rights issues in the region, and Prof. Ann Skelton, who highlighted the critical role of education in children’s rights.

A heartfelt thank you to our alumni for their inspiring contributions: Rosa Calles from Mexico, Javiera Schweitzer González from Chile, and Oscar Andres Alva Arias from Peru. Their incredible and enlightening presentations showcased their dedication to advancing children’s rights in Latin America and beyond. 🎓👏

Missed the Webinar?
If you couldn’t attend this time, don’t worry! You can watch it here: https://lnkd.in/e2AyAAMM ✨

Stay tuned for upcoming webinars and initiatives that continue to empower advocates for children's rights worldwide. 💪🌍

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04/12/2024

🌟 Upcoming Webinar: Advancing Children's Rights in Latin America 🌟
Are you passionate about making a difference in children's rights? Join us for an inspiring and informative webinar hosted by the Advanced LLM in International Children's Rights, Leiden Law School

📅 Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2024
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM (CET)
📍 Platform: Zoom
👉 Link to Register: https://universiteitleiden.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5wvduGupz0jHNND6F6vZW7VDyEXINnNGLqW #/registration

What's in it for you?
✨ Learn how our programme addresses unique legal and social challenges in Latin America.
✨ Hear from renowned professors and alumni sharing their impactful stories and career journeys.
✨ Explore how this advanced programme equips advocates to tackle key children's rights challenges.

Whether you are a professional, an NGO worker, or a student, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain insights and connect with a vibrant network of experts and peers committed to advancing children's rights.

Spread the word and join us for an insightful discussion. Together, we can strengthen advocacy for children's rights in Latin America!

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Adv Master Webinar for Latin America. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

03/12/2024

On Wednesday 11 December at 01:30 PM (CET) we are organizing a live webinar for prospective students for our programme. During this webinar you will have the opportunity to ask questions to our programme director, Professor Ann Skelton, and our programme coordinator, Mrs. Esther Uiterweerd. One of our alumni from Chile, Laura Marchetti, will also be present and she is available for any questions.

If you are interested you are more than welcome to join. Registration in advance is not required. We will be there for any questions you might have and are very much looking forward to meet you. For the webinar we will be using Zoom. Please click on the following link: https://universiteitleiden.zoom.us/j/61103856446?pwd=2U3asVqQktCA4geP48A0QTWjnlPzRp.1
Topic: Q&A AM ICR 11 December
Time: Dec 11, 2024 01:30 PM Amsterdam, Berlin, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna
Meeting ID: 611 0385 6446
Passcode: Q&a111224@

We will be there for any questions you might have and are very much looking forward to meet you.

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28/11/2024

In our Child and Family in Private International Law course, we also had the immense privilege of receiving Ronaldah Lerato Karabo Ozah as a guest lecturer. Mrs. Karabo, attorney and the Director of the CENTRE FOR CHILD LAW, traveled all the way from South Africa to share her expertise with our students this month. Her lecture focused on domestic violence and the application of Article 13(1)(b) of the 1980 HCCH Convention, offering invaluable insights into these complex issues. Karabo’s vast knowledge, experience, and deep commitment to child law are truly inspiring. Thank you, Karabo, for sharing your wisdom with us! 🌍✨

27/11/2024

The first Meet the Practitioner session of this academic year was led by Mrs. Tulika Bansal. With her extensive international experience in human rights and business, as well as children’s rights and business, Tulika shared her inspiring professional journey with the students on 22 November.

During the session, she addressed questions about the key steps in her career path that led her to work at the intersection of business and children’s rights. She also discussed the roles available for professionals in corporate and NGO settings and offered valuable advice on developing the essential soft and hard skills needed to succeed in this field.

A heartfelt thank you to Tulika for sharing your expertise and inspiring the next generation of changemakers!

26/11/2024

Child and Family on Private International Law

It was a true honor to welcome Nigel Cantwell once again to our Child and Family in Private International Law course. As the founder of Defence for Children International, coordinator of NGO inputs throughout the drafting process of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, and an international consultant on child protection policy, Mr. Cantwell brought unparalleled expertise and insight to the classroom. His presence offered students an invaluable opportunity to learn directly from one of the foremost authorities in the field of intercountry adoption. We are privileged to benefit from his extensive knowledge and experience. Thank you, Nigel, for being with us once again!

18/11/2024

Visit to Police Station

As a conclusion to the course ‘Children in the Justice System,’ students from the Advanced Master in International Children’s Rights visited the Leiderdorp Police Station. This station is one of eleven in the Netherlands equipped with a child-friendly interview room. The students had the unique opportunity to explore this space and gain insight into the specialized training detectives receive to effectively interview child victims and witnesses.

We are especially grateful to Ms. Tineke Weijman for sharing her extensive experience in interviewing children aged 4 to 12. Our thanks also go to the Leiderdorp Police Station for hosting our students once again!

14/11/2024

On Tuesday 12 November Wouter Vandenhole, Full Professor of Human and Children’s Rights Law of the University of Antwerp taught his yearly inspiring lecture on concepts of Economic, Social and Cultural Rights of Children to the international students of the Advanced Master International Children’s Rights. Great to have you with us at Leiden Law School again Professor Vandenhole !

13/11/2024

✨ Check out the latest edition of the Advanced Studies in International Children's Rights Newsletter - packed with highlights from an eventful year full of great moments! ✨

05/11/2024

Are you interested to learn what is it like to study law in the Netherlands as an international student? Then read this interview with our alumna Heidi Burrows who shares her experiences in the programme and tells us more about her current job as a barrister in family law.

What is it like to study law in the Netherlands as an international? Alumnus Heidi Burrows came to the Netherlands from the UK to study International Children’s Rights, an Advanced Master’s Programme. We asked her about her experiences with this unique programme.

04/11/2024

Monthly Meetings

Our second Monthly Meeting of this academic year was led by the children’s rights researcher from Maastricht University, Marieke Hopman. Her presentation, titled "Born in a Non-Existent Place? The Lack of Inclusive Global Rights Protection for Children Living in De Facto States", highlighted a critical issue in children's rights.

While the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child aims to provide rights to all children, those living in de facto states often remain invisible. Marieke discussed the theoretical, legal, and practical hurdles that prevent these children from receiving adequate protection and shed light on the unique challenges faced by them by using examples from her fieldwork in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, and Somaliland.

Thank you, Marieke, for your inspiring work and for challenging us to think deeper about the complex issues children living in de facto states face in their daily lives.

Stay tuned for our next meeting! 👀 📚

31/10/2024

On this last day of October, let’s go for a to October 2023! 🌍✨

Last year, Leiden University had the honor of hosting Mrs. Dr. Graça Machel, a remarkable advocate for human rights and social change. During her visit, Dr. Machel shared powerful insights on the role of universities as instruments for societal transformation and highlighted the essential need for intergenerational dialogue to drive sustainable change. Her message resonated with students and faculty alike, inspiring a renewed commitment to global justice and human dignity.

Reflecting on her words reminds us of the profound impact that knowledge, unity, and shared purpose can have in building a more just world.

Watch this video where Mrs. Dr. Graça Machel talks about our pioneering role in International Children’s Rights:

https://www.unicef.nl/en/the-netherlands/unicef-chair-in-childrens-rights

The UNICEF Chair in Children’s Rights is established in 2012 and the result of a unique collaboration between Leiden University, UNICEF the...

29/10/2024

Inequality and Child Justice Systems

This month, we had the honor of welcoming Prof. Yannick van den Brink, who gave a lecture on Inequality and Child Justice Systems in the Children in the Justice System course.

During the session, Prof. van den Brink shared practical examples from his own research on this topic. The session was interactive and insightful as students also had the opportunity to reflect on what groups of children are faced with inequalities in the Justice Systems of their own contexts, as well as what the underlying causes for these inequalities are. Students also discussed ways in which different actors, such as judges, lawyers, policymakers and civil society and non-governmental organizations, can work towards eliminating the inequalities faced by certain groups of children during the decision-making process within the justice system.

It was a pleasure to welcome Prof. van den Brink back to Leiden for such an informative and thought-provoking session.

14/10/2024

Are you interested in knowing more about our LL.M. in International Children's Rights? Join our Online Open Day, on Thursday, 17 October, at 15:30.

💫 Prof. Ton Liefaard will be there to explain the program in detail and answer your questions!

🚨 Please register in advance using the link below:
https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/events/extra/2024/10/masters-online-open-days-17--18-october-2024

We look forward to seeing you there!

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