CHILDREN, YOUNG PERSONS AND THEIR FAMILIES ACT 1997 - SECT 10D Treating child with respect
CHILDREN, YOUNG PERSONS AND THEIR FAMILIES ACT 1997 - SECT 10D
Treating child with respect
(1) A child is a valued member of society and is entitled to be treated in a manner that respects the child's dignity and privacy.(2) All children are entitled to have their rights respected and ensured without discrimination.(3) Any decision under this Act relating to a child should be made (a) promptly having regard to the child's circumstances; and(b) in a manner that is consistent with the cultural, ethnic and religious values and traditions relevant to the child; and(c) with, as far as practicable, the informed participation of the child, the child's family and other persons who are significant in the child's life.