PRIORITY OF THE CHILD'S INTERESTS - AN IMPORTANT CRITERIA OF FAIR JUDICIAL PROCEDURE

The best interests of the child are not just a legal norm or a principle enshrined in official documents. It is the understanding that behind every decision lies the life, fate, future and development of the child as a worthy person. Therefore, in the approach to the issue of protecting children's rights, along with ensuring legality, justice and human dignity, it is of particular importance to identify and ensure the best interests of the child in practice. The child is one of the most vulnerable members of society, and his rights and freedoms must be provided with reliable legal guarantees. A child's family environment, educational opportunities, health, safety, mental well-being, and personal dignity play a crucial role in shaping the person he or she will become in the future. Therefore, protecting children's rights is not only a task for today, but also a responsibility for society's future.