Convention on the Rights of the Child, Article 39 

  • States Parties shall take all appropriate measures to promote physical and psychological recovery and social reintegration of a child victim of any form of neglect, exploitation, or abuse; torture or any other form of cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment; or armed conflicts.  
  • Such recovery and reintegration shall take place in an environment which fosters the health, self-respect and dignity of the child.