Children's right to privacy, independence, and autonomy : Report to the UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Privacy

Threats to child privacy come in many different forms and are prone to discriminate against the most vulnerable. One’s right to privacy is the hallmark of liberal democracy, and yet, children are increasingly facing threats to their right to privacy as well as autonomy. - Increased usage of online platforms and social media have helped perpetuate violations against children’s rights to privacy. Due to a lack of awareness and regulation, children are subjected to online harassment and privacy violations. Discriminatory practices leave many children vulnerable to rights violations. Children from lower-income families and communities face disparate infringements and require different solutions. - Promoting child privacy through the lens of race, gender, and nationality, among others, is a critical aspect if such violations are to be addressed.