Advanced Studies in International Children’s Rights

🌟 Global Webinar: Mastering International Children's Rights: Academic Pathways and Professional Impact 🌟 This week, we had the privilege of hosting a global webinar moderated by Prof. Ton Liefaard. The session featured inspiring discussions and valuable insights from our speakers and participants. ✨ We are deeply grateful for the thought-provoking presentations by Prof. Jonathan Todres, who explored pressing children’s rights challenges worldwide, and our programme director Prof. Ann Skelton, who emphasized the vital role of education in advancing children’s rights. A special thank you to our inspiring alumni—Avaantika Chawla from India, Vineeca Kuo from Taiwan, and Sayeh M. from Iran—for their incredible contributions. Their personal journeys showed us the the impact of international children’s rights education in shaping a better future for children everywhere. 🎓👏 💻 Missed the Webinar? If you couldn’t join us live, don’t worry! You can watch the full session here: https://lnkd.in/e45ChDrz ✨ 📢 Stay tuned for upcoming webinars and initiatives as we continue working together to strengthen children's rights worldwide. 💪🌍 #ChildrensRights #InternationalLaw #Education #LeidenLawSchool #HumanRights

🔔 Reminder: Our International Children's Rights Webinar is Tomorrow! 🔔 📢 Join us for expert insights on global children's rights challenges and the role of education in driving change. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, 12 February 2025 ⏰ Time: 13:00 – 14:15 CET 📍 Platform: Zoom 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/e35AneXw 📢 Secure your spot now and be part of the conversation! #ChildrensRights #InternationalChildrensRights #Webinar #LeidenUniversity #LLM #HumanRights #ChildAdvocacy #LegalEducation #GlobalImpact Ann Skelton Ton Liefaard Jonathan Todres

🌟 Alumni Interview Series | Celebrating 10 Years of the Advanced LLM in International Children’s Rights! 🌟 This year, 2025, marks the 10th anniversary of the Advanced LLM in International Children’s Rights, and we’re celebrating by showcasing the incredible impact of our alumni! As part of our brand-new Alumni Interview Series, we’re reconnecting with our graduates who making a difference in the field of children’s rights. In this first interview, we sit down with Francesca Pisanu, a 2022 graduate and Advocacy Officer at Eurochild. Francesca shares how the programme helped shape her career, develop her advocacy skills, and influence children’s rights policies at the EU level. 📽 Watch the exclusive trailer below and check out the full interview on YouTube now! 🎥 https://lnkd.in/eSbJsPG3 👉 Feeling inspired? Learn how the Advanced LLM in International Children’s Rights can equip you with the knowledge and network to drive real change. 🔗 Visit our website: https://lnkd.in/dKmKCneK 📩 Contact us for more information: childrensrights@law.leidenuniv.nl #AlumniInterviewSeries #10YearsOfImpact #SuccessStories #AlumniImpact #GlobalChange #ChildrenRights #LLM #AdvancedLLM #AlumniStories #Inspiration #EducationForImpact

🌍 Upcoming Global Webinar: Mastering International Children's Rights 🌍 Are you passionate about strengthening children's rights worldwide? Join us for an insightful and interactive webinar hosted by the Advanced LL.M. in International Children's Rights, Leiden Law School!   📅 Date: Wednesday, 12 February 2025 ⏰ Time: 13:00 – 14:15 CET 📍 Platform: Zoom 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/egiR7J7j   What's in it for you? ✨ Insights from global experts on critical children's rights challenges, including access to justice, regressive laws, shrinking civic spaces, and the impact of global crises. ✨ Exploring the role of specialized education in equipping professionals with the skills to drive change in children’s rights worldwide. ✨ Discover how the Advanced Master in International Children's Rights shapes careers in children's rights through alumni experiences and professional impact.   This webinar is designed for legal and non-legal professionals connected to children's rights, NGO workers, policymakers, and students who want to advance children's rights on a global scale.   📢 Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and take the next step in your children's rights journey! 🔁 Spread the word and join the conversation!   #ChildrensRights #InternationalChildrensRights #Webinar #LeidenUniversity #LLM #HumanRights #ChildAdvocacy #LegalEducation #GlobalImpact Ann Skelton Ton Liefaard Jonathan Todres

🎉 Kicking Off the Second Semester of the Advanced LL.M. in International Children's Rights! The second semester has officially begun, and we are thrilled to welcome our students back to Leiden Law School! As they continue their journey in the Advanced LL.M. in International Children's Rights, they will delve deeper into key global challenges, engage in critical discussions, and strengthen their expertise to advocate for children's rights worldwide. 🌍✨ Curious to see what our faculty building looks like? Watch the 360-degree virtual tour below and explore it for yourself! 📽️🏛️ 📍 Take the virtual tour now: https://lnkd.in/e-xXdT_a 💡 Interested in joining us next year? Applications are open! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dKmKCneK #SecondSemester #ChildrensRights #InternationalLaw #LeidenLawSchool #AdvancedLLM #HumanRights #Education #LeidenUniversity #VirtualTour

🎥✨ First Semester Recap: Advanced LL.M. in International Children’s Rights 🌍🎓 As we wrap up the first semester of the Advanced LL.M., we’re proud to look back! This semester has been packed with impactful lectures, hands-on learning opportunities, and meaningful connections! 📹 Below, you’ll find a video recap highlighting some of these memorable moments—be sure to check it out! As a team, we’re already looking forward to welcoming back our students in February for the second semester. Courses are being prepared, and exciting opportunities await as we continue this journey! 👉 Interested in joining the next cohort? 🔗 Learn more about the Advanced LL.M. in International Children’s Rights: https://lnkd.in/dKmKCneK 📩 Questions? Contact us at: childrensrights@law.leidenuniv.nl #InternationalLaw #ChildrensRights #StudentLife #LeidenUniversity #SemesterRecap

👉 On Wednesday 29 January at 03:00 PM (CET) we are organizing a live webinar for prospective students for our programme. 📚 During this webinar you will have the opportunity to ask questions to the founder of our programme, Prof. Ton Liefaard, and Esther Uiterweerd, our programme coordinator. Sayeh Mohammadi, one of our alumni from Iran, will also join us and she is available for any questions. If you are interested, you are more than welcome to join. Registration in advance is not required. We will be there for any questions you might have and are very much looking forward to meet you! For the webinar we will be using Zoom. Please click on the following link: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e_XNE2Zy   Topic: Q&A AM ICR 29 January Time: Jan 29, 2025 03:00 PM Amsterdam, Berlin, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna Meeting ID: 626 4113 2776 Passcode: z#MQK7Kr #Childrensrights #LeidenLawSchool #LegalStudies #Webinar #ProspectiveStudents

🌍✨ Holiday Adventures from Our Advanced LL.M. Students! 🎓✈️ This past December, our Advanced LL.M. students embraced the holiday break in their own unique ways. Some explored Europe, visiting vibrant cities like Paris, Madrid, and Barcelona, as well as the charming beauty of Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, London, and Edinburgh. They discovered iconic landmarks, enjoyed local cuisine, and immersed themselves in the festive atmosphere with family or friends. Others chose to stay in our beautiful city of Leiden, appreciating its cozy winter ambiance, reconnecting with classmates, and recharging for the year ahead. Enjoy this collage of moments from their adventures!🌟 ✨ Ready to start your own adventure? 🔗 Explore the program here: https://lnkd.in/dKmKCneK 📩 Have questions? Contact us at: childrensrights@law.leidenuniv.nl #InternationalLaw #ChildrensRights #StudentLife #TravelDiaries #LeidenUniversity #StudentsofLeiden

🌟 It's always inspiring to see our alumni making an impact around the world! 🌟 Yesterday, our alumnus, Oscar Andres Alva Arias, currently serving as the Director of Policies for Children and Adolescents at the Peruvian Ministry of Women and Vulnerable Populations (MIMP), was part of the distinguished Peruvian delegation presenting the country's progress in implementing the Convention on the Rights of the Child during the Ninety-Eighth Session of the Committee on the Rights of the Child in Geneva. How proud are we to see our Programme Director and Chair of the CRC Committee, Prof. Ann Skelton, and Oscar sitting together at the same table! #LeidenUniversity #InternationalChildrensRights #HumanRights #ChildrensRights #LLM #LegalEducation #CRCCommittee

🌟 Reminder: Scholarship Deadline Approaching! 🎓💡 Are you planning to join the Advanced LL.M. in International Children’s Rights at Leiden University for the 2025/2026 academic year? Make sure you’ve explored the various scholarships available to support your studies! 📅 Deadline Alert: The application deadline for most scholarships is 1 February 2025. Don’t miss this chance to take the next step toward an inspiring academic journey—apply today! 🌍✨ 💻 For more details about eligibility and requirements, visit the website: 🔗https://lnkd.in/eycuDjg5 #ChildrensRights #Scholarships #LeidenUniversity #StudyOpportunities