Children's Law Centre

Rights Unmuted

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The podcast where young people speak up, speak out and speak the truth about children's rights. Powered by Youth@CLC, the Youth advisory panel at the Children's Law Centre, this podcast turns up the volume on young people's rights. From classrooms to courtrooms, no topic is off limits. Bringing the issues that matter to young people from the margins to the mic.

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Beyond the Walls - Rights in a Post-Conflict Society 26.05.2026 28:57

In this episode, Daniel, Oliver, Brooke and Caoimhe talk about growing up in a post-conflict society, some of the issues facing young people today and what can be done to ensure a better future.

The Right to Belong - Racism, Immigration and Riots 24.02.2026 30:28

Episode 7 of Rights Unmuted tackles the problem or racism and racial stereotypes experienced by children in Northern Ireland. Youth@CLC member Holly is joined by guests Samuel and Thatso from Diverse Youth NI, as well as Sara from Include Youth.

Breaking the Silence: Ending Gender Based Violence 22.01.2026 40:26

In this episode of Rights Unmuted, Youth@CLC members Lila, Emma and Sienna speak to Helen from Reclaim the Agenda. The episode tackles a hard hitting conversation around ending violence against women and girls. The discussion ranges from education in schools, the crisis facing women and girls in Northern Ireland, the influence of online platforms and what young people can do to end violence agains...

Rights Without Borders 12.01.2026 57:25

In this episode, hosts Ella and Oliver discuss global rights and the impact on children and young people across borders with guests Patrick Corrigan (NI Programme Director and Head of Nations & Regions at Amnesty International UK), alongside Mohammed Samaana who grew up in Palestine and moved to Belfast 25 years ago. The conversation covers the ceasefire in Gaza, some background on the confl...

Rights in the Classroom 18.12.2025 55:35

Episode 4 of Rights Unmuted deals with children and young people's education rights. Hosted by Youth@CLC members Molly, Isaac and Ella, topics range from special educational needs in the classroom, teaching about ending violence against women and girls, how to spot misinformation, modern languages, curriculum review and much more. Guests include Rachel Hogan, Special Educational Needs and Disa...

The Right to Feel Okay: Facing the Crisis in Children’s Mental Health 02.12.2025 49:44

In the third episode of Rights Unmuted, Youth@CLC members Abi, Jack and Ella chat with Youth@CLC volunteer James about mental health. Topics include school counselling, Covid, the removal of guidance for trans young people, toxic masculinity and different support available. Links to support services mentioned include: Children's Law Centre - https://childrenslawcentre.org.uk/contact/ REE Right...

No Money, No Rights? Exploring Child Poverty in Northern Ireland 11.11.2025 31:34

Youth@CLC members Elodie and Weronika chat to Dr Ciara Fitzpatrick on the impact of poverty on children. The conversation covers current pressures on children and families, school uniform costs, the draft anti-poverty strategy, paramilitary coercion and much more.

Know Your Rights 22.10.2025 41:48

In this episode, Youth@CLC members Molly and Brooke interview Chris Quinn, the Children's Commissioner for Northern Ireland, and Fergal McFerran, Policy and Public Affairs Manager at the Children's Law Centre. They discuss where children's rights come from, what they are and how they can be better protected. They also cover topics like school uniforms, the age of criminal responsibilit...