Bringing human rights education closer to children: Compasito website is now live!

Compasito Website Launches to Support Human Rights Education for Children

The Council of Europe has launched the new Compasito website, an updated digital version of its well-known manual for teaching human rights to children.

What Compasito Is

Compasito is a recognized educational resource designed to help teachers, youth workers, and educators introduce children to human rights principles in engaging and age-appropriate ways. The manual offers activities, lesson plans, and background information that encourage participation and critical thinking.

Inspired by Compass

Modelled on the Compass manual, which focuses on human rights education for young people, Compasito tailors similar approaches for children under 13. It supports early civic learning, empathy-building, and understanding of equality and justice.

Aims of the New Website

The new online platform makes the Compasito resources more accessible for educators worldwide. It allows users to easily explore materials, download activities, and learn how to integrate rights-based education into formal and non-formal teaching environments.

“Bringing human rights education closer to children is an essential part of preparing future citizens who value dignity, fairness, and equality,” stated a Council of Europe spokesperson.

Access and Use

The site provides tools for schools, NGOs, and youth centers to strengthen children’s understanding of their rights and responsibilities. It builds on the Council of Europe’s broader mission to promote inclusion, peace, and democracy through education.

Author’s summary: The Council of Europe’s new Compasito website brings interactive, accessible human rights education resources to teachers and children across the world.

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