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Juliet Harris

@ulgrid.bsky.social
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All about children's human rights. Director at Together (Scottish Alliance for Children's Rights) @together-sacr.bsky.social and Trustee with Families Outside. Also love climbing, biking, mountains, snow & goats.

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Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Challenges 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
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Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Progress 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
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Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Parental 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
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Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Delighted 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
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Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
I'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
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Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
NEW 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...
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Juliet Harris @ulgrid.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Today 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
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