International recommendation

Children of incarcerated parents

Issue date:
Human rights body:
Committee on the Rights of the Child (CRC)
Themes:
Access to healthcare
Populations of concern:
Children
Relevant CRC articles:
Art. 25 – Children receiving healthcare away from homeArt. 27 – Adequate standard of living
Source:
CRC/C/NOR/CO/5-6, para. 22

Recommended measures (1)

Measure
Measure type:
Practices and guidelines
Responsible Ministries:
Ministry of Justice and Public SecurityMinistry of Health and Care ServicesMinistry of Children and Families

The Committee recommends that the State party ensure that children of incarcerated parents are provided with adequate psychological treatment and social support.