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Ukrainian Advocate Clarifies Parental Rights on School Absences, Citing Constitution
Kyiv, Ukraine – A recent video by Ukrainian advocate Dmytro Lamza has shed light on the legal rights of parents regarding their children's absence from school, sparking considerable discussion among the public. Lamza, known for his accessible legal explanations, highlighted that under Ukrainian law, parents are not required to provide detailed explanations for a child's absence, such as specific medical appointments or personal events. Instead, a general statement citing "personal" or "family reasons" is legally sufficient. "My child will be absent due to personal or family reasons. Yes, this is provided for by current legislation," Lamza stated in the video. He further elaborated, "You are not obliged to report which doctor you are visiting, where you will celebrate a birthday, or what you will be doing. You simply write in the application: 'due to family reasons, you are absent from school,' or 'due to personal reasons, you are absent from school.'" The advocate specifically referenced Article 32 of the Constitution of Ukraine, which protects an individual's personal and family life from interference. "Remember, Article 32 of the Constitution of Ukraine allows this. No one has the right to interfere in your personal and family life," Lamza asserted. He advised parents to confidently use this phrasing when communicating with school teachers or directors and to direct any demands for further explanation to the Constitution of Ukraine. The video, which quickly gained traction online, serves as a crucial reminder for parents about their constitutional rights and aims to prevent potential overreach by educational institutions in matters concerning private family life. This legal clarification is particularly pertinent for parents navigating school policies and ensuring their rights are upheld.
