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What does this mean?

You can speak whatever language your family chooses that you want to at home, but you may have to speak a certain language at school.

It’s your right to practice your own culture, language and religion, or any you choose. Minority or indigenous groups need special protection of this right.

EXAMPLE: In Ireland, unlike other countries, you are free to wear whatever clothes you want that might express your religious freedom, like a cross or a hijab.

  • UNCRC, article 14 – it’s your right to choose your own religion and beliefs. Your parents should help you decide what is right and wrong and what is best for you.
  • UNCRC, article 30 – it’s your right to practice your own culture, language and religion – or any you choose. Minority and indigenous groups need special protection of this right.
  • Under the Official Languages Act 2003, it’s your right to request public documents in Irish. Article 8 in the Constitution explains that Irish is the official language of Ireland.
  • Under Article 44 in the Constitution, it’s your right to practice any religion in Ireland.