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The purpose of this module is to provide a brief overview of the Monitoring and Reporting Mechanism of the Six Grave Violations of Children’s Rights (MRM). The module explains the background of the MRM and the guiding principles on which it is based. It explores some of the elements of the MRM and looks at ways in which the coordination team might be asked to support the process. 

Learning objectives

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Describe the background, purpose and guiding principles of the Monitoring and Reporting Mechanism (MRM) for the Six Grave Violations of Children's Rights 

  • List key resources to support the implementation of the MRM

  • Explain what the MRM involves

  • Describe the role that information management plays within the MRM and what the coordination team may be asked to undertake

  • Explain where to find additional information about the MRM

Audience

This module is suitable for people with some experience of information management in humanitarian contexts who wish to develop their knowledge and skills further, including those who need to engage with coordination and humanitarian architecture on this topic.

Length

It should take you about 30 minutes to complete this self-paced course. 

Methodology

This course is composed of a single short self-paced animated module, including various examples and activities. 

Structure

Introduction

Lesson 1: The six grave violations of children's rights
Lesson 2: What does the MRM involve?
Lesson 3: Using the MRM

Summary

Suggested prior learning

  • Child participation principles, methods and tools