For a young person leaving care, the outlook can be bleak.

As well as qualifications, they might also lack vocational skills, suitable housing and other emotional and practical supports that will help them live as independent adults. And because every person is different, the issues affecting them and the help they need will vary. We should recognise them as unique individuals.

Human rights remind us to look at the whole person in front of us. But they are also a powerful umbrella or compass that can help public policymakers develop policies, plans and budgets that can really impact on deep-seated problems in society.

BIHR is developing a rich evidence base to assist people to use human rights standards and approaches in public policymaking. We also provide expert training and facilitate policy discussions for government bodies, schools and young people's organisations.

Statistic source: Department for Education and Skills

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