On Behalf of children, the Children’s Rights Council engages the global family to fulfill three fundamental needs:             The need to protect the “Best Interests” and Healthy Development             of Children            The need to advance Social and Legal Justice            The need to provide Community Awareness and Parental EducationFrom this foundation the Children’s Rights Council helps children and societies reach their full potential by advocating for shared parenting; promoting best practices that preserve and strengthen families; and communicating the benefits of continued parental and extended family involvement in a child’s life.