Professor Dr. Ton Liefaard

Biography

Ton Liefaard is a Professor of Children's Rights at Leiden University, with extensive expertise in the intersection of law and children's welfare. His research focuses on the implementation and promotion of children's rights within legal frameworks, exploring the practical implications and challenges of enforcing such rights across different jurisdictions. Liefaard has published numerous articles and papers addressing issues such as child protection, family law, and international children's rights law, contributing significantly to academic discourse in these fields. Through his work, he aims to influence policy and legislation to better serve the interests of children globally.

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