Infants and young children have fundamental rights that must be protected, honored, and upheld in every system that serves them. Assuring Human Rights for Infants and Young Children highlights the essential principles that safeguard the dignity, safety, development, and well-being of our youngest community members. Rooted in infant and early childhood mental health best practices, this resource emphasizes the importance of secure relationships, culturally responsive care, equitable access to services, and environments that nurture healthy development.

By centering the rights of babies and young children, we strengthen families, communities, and systems of care. This document serves as a guide for professionals, policymakers, and advocates committed to ensuring that every infant and young child is valued, protected, and given the opportunity to thrive.