- Funding Programme
- Year
- 2022
Strengthening Monitoring & Evaluation of Children’s Rights and Establishing a Sustainable Stakeholder Consultation Mechanism in Luxembourg
The European Commission supported the Department of Children’s Rights (Service des Droits de l’Enfant) of the Ministry of Education, Children and Youth of Luxembourg to enhance its capacity to monitor and evaluate child rights and establish sustainable mechanisms for child participation in policymaking. Supported by the European Commission through the Technical Support Instrument and implemented by UNICEF ECARO, the project developed tools and frameworks to ensure child rights are at the core of national policies.
Context
Luxembourg’s commitment to child rights is reflected in the National Action Plan on the Rights of the Child (2022–2026) and the Child Guarantee National Action Plan (2021–2030). These plans address child poverty and social exclusion by promoting access to essential services, including education, healthcare, and housing. However, challenges persist in developing robust monitoring and evaluation systems and enabling effective child participation, especially for younger children and those from disadvantaged backgrounds. The project aligns with EU policy priorities, particularly the European Child Guarantee.
Support delivered
The 21-month project was funded by the European Union via the Technical Support Instrument and implemented by UNICEF ECARO in collaboration with Luxembourg’s Ministry of Education, Children, and Youth – Department of Child’s Rights. The project delivered a comprehensive assessment of existing frameworks, proposed a national monitoring and evaluation framework with high-quality indicators, and developed a policy and practical tools for systematic child participation. Key activities included stakeholder mapping, consultations with children, and international exchanges to adapt best practices.
Results achieved
The project achieved notable outcomes:
- Developed a monitoring framework with 279 indicators across nine domains, addressing data gaps and ensuring evidence-based policymaking.
- Created a national child participation policy with tools for systematic and inclusive engagement, especially for vulnerable children.
- Established stakeholder coordination mechanisms, including a Steering Committee and Technical Working Groups, to foster collaboration.
- Enhanced knowledge and skills in monitoring, data governance, and child participation approaches.
- Facilitated international knowledge exchanges, adapting best practices from Belgium and Ireland.
These results provide a sustainable foundation for inclusive and accountable child rights policies in Luxembourg.
Useful links
https://www.unicef.org/eca/technical-support-instrument
https://www.unicef.org/eca/reports/strengthening-monitoring-and-evaluation-childrens-rights
More about the project
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