Using international human rights norms as a touchstone, examining the state of 'rights-talk' about children in the US, this collection explores the presence, participation and treatment of children, in many contexts of US society.
'Drawing together an impressive list of international contributors, What Is Right For Children? reshapes our thinking about the relationship between children, Human Rights and religion. Divided into three insightful sections encompassing topics such as juvenile justice, child protection, education, and parental rights, it will appeal to anyone interested in how cultural contexts shape debates about children, families, and governmental obligations. Passionate and timely, you'll want to read every chapter.' Richard Collier, University of Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK 'This unique collection enriches the dialogue around the US refusal to embrace the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Provocative chapters grapple with the legal and policy implications of differences between religious and human rights' principles of personhood. What Is Right For Children? is an essential touchstone for all who care about children's rights.' Nancy Dowd, University of Florida, USA