Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 15/05/2025Challenges for children impacted by parental imprisonment: We must move from incorporation to real implementation UNCRC still poorly understood in the adult justice system Children’s rights often overlooked in decision-making Child Impact Assessments still dismissed in sentencing 010
Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 15/05/2025Progress for children impacted by parental imprisonment: Growing recognition as a rights-at-risk group in UNCRC guidance Children’s Rights Skills & Knowledge Framework now available Great practice: Perth & Kinross child impact assessments & engagement via Prison Visitor Centres 110
Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 15/05/2025Parental imprisonment is a children's rights issue: 20–27k children affected each year c60% of people in prison are parents 2/3 of their children don't get visits 1/3 witness their parent’s arrest Just 5% stay in the family home if mum’s imprisoned 2–3x higher risk of mental health issues 110
Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 15/05/2025Delighted to be at today's @familiesoutside.bsky.social conference with so many people keen to explore how the #UNCRCScotland Act can make a real difference for children affected by imprisonment #DontForgetAboutMe #RightsOnTrack 143
Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 23/04/2025I'm excited to be speaking at @childreninscotland.bsky.social Annual Conference 28–29 May With the UNCRC in Scots law, our focus is on working with babies, children & young people to make sure rights on paper become rights in practice. 🎟️ childreninscotland.org.uk/conferences/... #SpaceforVoices 152
Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 06/12/2024NEW REPORT 📢 We've launched a powerful report with stories from 220 babies, children & young people, one year since the UNCRC Act passed. Their stories show where rights are making a difference - and where urgent action is needed. Read it, share it! 📖 www.togetherscotland.org.uk/news-and-eve... 04225
Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 03/12/2024Today is #GivingTuesday – one of my first posts on Bluesky, and I’m asking for money for @together-sacr.bsky.social Your support helps create a Scotland where every baby, child & young person grows up with happiness, love & understanding 👉 Donate: bit.ly/Together_SACR Thank you! 💙 #UNCRCScotland 085