COMMITTEE ON THE RIGHTS OF THE CHILD
Membership
The Committee on the Rights of the Child is composed of 18 independent experts who are persons of high moral character and recognized competence in the field of human rights.
Members are elected for a term of four years by States parties in accordance with article 43 of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Members serve in their personal capacity and may be re-elected if nominated.
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The membership of the Committee on the Rights of the Child as of 2017 is:
Term expires on 28 February 2021*
Term expires on 28 February 2023**
Names of the 9 candidates elected for the period 1 March 2019-28 February 2023.
