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Chair of Belfast City Youth Council, NI Commissioner for Children and Young People, Dr Siobhán McAlister, Lord Mayor of Belfast City Council and Dr Montserrat Fargas presenting the findings of the RADICAL project
10 February, 2026

A major new study led by the Centre for Children’s Rights at Queen’s is challenging how society understands respect and disrespect in the lives of children and young people - and places their voices at the heart of research.

A graphic for the RADICAL project depicting paper dolls coloured by children
10 February, 2026

The RADICAL project has unveiled its key findings, sharing new research and resources that capture the real-life experiences of respect and disrespect among children and young people in Northern Ireland.

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Centre for Children's Rights | 10 February, 2026

The Centre for Children’s Rights is launching a new standalone Children’s Rights Blog led by young advocates and children’s rights experts.

Young people stand outdoors taking part in an activity, with a speech-bubble quote reading, “Children don’t get respected because of their age. It’s not fair, you were once a child too.” The RADICAL project logo appears in the corner.
Centre for Children's Rights | 27 January, 2026

A powerful new blog by Dominican College student Grace Allison makes the case for legislating against age discrimination, drawing on young people’s voices and evidence from the RADICAL research project.

three members of the RADICAL Child and Youth Advisory Group pose for a selfie
Centre for Children's Rights | 26 January, 2026

Members of the Child and Youth Research Advisory Groups have published their first research output as part of the RADICAL project, marking an important milestone in their involvement in the research.

Sarah wearing a red Queen’s University Belfast hoodie, seated at a desk in an office and smiling at the camera.
Centre for Children's Rights | 16 January, 2026

Sarah, a Year 12 student at Sperrin Integrated College, reflects on her work experience with the Centre for Children’s Rights.