Play & Leisure

Presentation & best practices from the CFCI network

CFCI Sri Lanka
UNICEF Sri Lanka

Article 31 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child: Every child has the right to rest, relax, play and to take part in cultural and creative activities

Play is how young children learn to navigate the world, and build narratives, knowledge and social skills. Play is essential business for children. It is an effective way for parents and children to connect and express love.

[Please note that inclusion here does not necessarily imply endorsement by UNICEF.]

Examples of best practices from the CFCI network

Masterplan of Play

Regensburg, Germany
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Krakkasveiflan (SummerPlayWave)

Húnaþing Vestra, Iceland
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Parkastic - Summer outdoor play project

Manchester, United Kingdom
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Nottingham Games

Nottingham, United Kingdom
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Hobby Support Program

Vantaa, Finland
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Playcation - A city adapted to children and youths!

Brussels, Belgium
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Beyond the playground: repurposing urban spaces

Cardiff, United Kingdom
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Prioritising play

Redbridge (London), United Kingdom
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Learning by playing

Valencian Community, Spain
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Including children in the design of leisure spaces

Republic of Korea
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Producing a child-friendly city map

Boulder, United States of America
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Creating a child-friendly green area

Regensburg, Germany
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