A/HRC/43/CRP.6 (c) that current and future investigative and prosecutorial strategies conducted by international or domestic tribunals pay particular attention to crimes against children. 101. Further, the Commission recommends: (a) that the Government and other relevant parties prioritize putting in place mechanisms to support mental health needs of children and youth (emotional, social, educational, physical, and cognitive) affected by the conflict, including providing support to parents and caregivers; (b) that a child-sensitive approach should guide current and future engagement with survivors and victims of crimes and grave violations anchored in the best interest of children and the respect for their rights; (c) that Syrian youth should be enabled to participate in the political process and request representation and meaningful participation in any peace negotiations; (d) that the United Nations Security Council calls on all parties to the conflict to respect the rights of children and hold a dedicated debate on the situation of children in Syria; (e) that the Human Rights Council clearly prioritises the investigation and documentation of crimes involving children and child rights violations in accountability mechanism mandates and resolutions. 24

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