Why is the Aarhus Convention on the environment important for children's rights?

The Aarhus Convention is an international treaty that helps people to take part in decisions relating to the environment. This article talks about how the Aarhus Convention relates to the rights of children and how this might help to achieve the goal of environmental justice.

CRIN, the Child Rights International Network, explains the relation of the Aarhus Convention with children and their environmental rights. They also highlight CRIN's role to ensure these rights, especially for young environmental defenders.