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Center for the Human Rights of Children

Advancing and protecting the human rights of children

The Center for the Human Rights of Children (CHRC) is an interdisciplinary center committed to protecting and advancing the human rights of children. Guided by the belief that children’s rights are human rights, the CHRC is engaged in research, scholarship, advocacy, and outreach programs to address critical issues affecting the lives of children. The CHRC strives to honor and advance the principles derived from the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and believes that a child’s survival and healthy future is dependent on family, community, civil society, and government working toward a shared vision that protects their fundamental human rights.

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Globe

John and Kathy Schreiber to fund NIJC fellowship for Loyola law grad

John and Kathy Schreiber have generously funded an unprecedented two-year post-graduate fellowship at the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) for a Loyola School of Law graduate.

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CHRC releases first-of-its-kind study on treatment of migrant children in U.S. custody

This 18-month, interdisciplinary study includes surveys and interviews of often-inaccessible facility staff, clinicians, attorneys, and advocates.

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Sarah Diaz

CHRC Faculty, Sarah Diaz, wins Kolvenbach Award for Engaged Teaching

Loyola selected Diaz as the winner of the 2023 Kolvenbach Award for Engaged Teaching, citing her record of care and attention to the educational needs of students and her work protecting migrant families.

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Scales of justice

Understanding Child Labor Trafficking in the United States

This groundbreaking study sheds light on children in the U.S. experiencing exploitation and trafficking, and includes recommendations for advancing their protections and preventing such indignities from occurring.

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The Center for the Human Rights of Children (CHRC) is an interdisciplinary center committed to protecting and advancing the human rights of children. Guided by the belief that children’s rights are human rights, the CHRC is engaged in research, scholarship, advocacy, and outreach programs to address critical issues affecting the lives of children. The CHRC strives to honor and advance the principles derived from the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and believes that a child’s survival and healthy future is dependent on family, community, civil society, and government working toward a shared vision that protects their fundamental human rights.