This symposium aims to promote a broader understanding of the rights of the child and to provide participants with opportunities to consider who their understanding of children's rights can inform practices. 150 delegates are expected, primarily child care and health care professionals. Key note speakers include the Honourable Landon Pearson, Dr. Margo Greenwood, Sandra Griffin. Practical workshops and plenary session will provide participants with practical ways to implement children's rights in their work with children and youth.