Water Fluoridation and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child

The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and Water Fluoridation

Ireland ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1992. The Convention is essentially a ‘bill of rights’ for all children, outlining rights relating to every aspect of children’s lives such as the right to survival, development, protection and participation. The principles of the Convention include:
• Non-discrimination – All rights apply to all children.
• The best interests of the child – All actions concerning the child shall take account of his or her best interests.
• Survival and development – Every child has the inherent right to life, and the state has an obligation to ensure the child’s development.
• The child’s opinion – The child has the right to express his opinion and have it taken account of in any matter or procedure affecting him or her.

In addition, the Convention recognises the critical role of the family in the life of the child.

The mandatory systemic fluoridation of drinking water supplies violates each of these stated principles as outlined in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. It is now scientifically  accepted that infants are the most at risk from the toxic effects of fluoride. Water Fluoridation discriminates against subsectors of the population in particular young children. Water fluoridation is not in the best interest of every child and the state has a righ not to inhibit their neurological development by introducing a known neurotoxin into their food supply. Water Fluoridation does not recognise the role of the family in the protection of the child and the right of parents to safeguard their children from exposure to known toxins.



Pretty clear cut case if you ask me. Pity I didnt see it before now.