Definition of a Child Friendly City (CFC)

A Child Friendly City is actively engaged in fulfilling the right of every young citizen to:

Influence decisions about their city
Express their opinion on the city they want
Participate in family, community and social life
Receive basic services such as health care and education
Drink safe water and have access to proper sanitation
Be protected from exploitation, violence and abuse
Walk safely in the streets on their own
Meet friends and play
Have green spaces for plants and animals
Live in an unpolluted environment
Participate in cultural and social events
Be an equal citizen of their city with access to every service,
regardless of ethnic origin, religion, income, gender or disability