The parent mentioned Right To Be Heard. Many people, including non-native speakers, may be unfamiliar with this word. Here is the definition^{(In beta, be kind):}

The right to be heard (also children's participation) is a child rights principle as defined by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. According to Article 12 of the Convention, children have the right to express their views in all matters affecting them and their views have to be given due weight in accordance with the age and maturity of the child. This right applies equally to children’s participation in social and political matters as well as in judicial and administrative proceedings. As a general principle, the child’s right ... [View More]

^{See also: Freedom Of Association | Maturity | Conscience | Convention | Participation | Active | Seek}

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