Article 3
3. 1.
In all actions concerning children, whether undertaken by public or private
social welfare institutions, courts of law, administrative authorities or
legislative bodies, the best interests of the child shall be a primary
consideration.
2. States Parties undertake to ensure the child such protection and
care as is necessary for his or her well-being, taking into account the rights
and duties of his or her parents, legal guardians, or other individuals legally
responsible for him or her, and, to this end, shall take all appropriate
legislative and administrative measures.
3. States Parties shall ensure that the institutions, services and
facilities responsible for the care or protection of children shall conform with
the standards established by competent authorities, particularly in the areas of
safety, health, in the number and suitability of their staff, as well as
competent supervision.