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Problem of Minors Running Away from Reception Centres: The Need for a Single European Protocol

In Europe, the escape of children from care centres has become a growing and complex problem. These centres, intended to provide a safe and caring environment for children and adolescents in vulnerable situations, face significant challenges when children decide to run away.

The Magnitude of the Problem

Every year, thousands of minors in the care of care centres voluntarily leave these facilities. The reasons may be varied, from the search for autonomy to problems of adaptation or even risks of exploitation by third parties. This situation not only puts the well-being of minors at risk, but also complicates their process of social and family reintegration.

Contributing Factors

Numerous factors contribute to the escape of minors from care centres:

Lack of Adequate Supervision: Limited ability of staff to consistently supervise all residents.

Internal Problems of the Minor: Internal conflicts, adaptation problems or the feeling of not being understood can drive minors to escape.

External Risks: The influence of criminal networks or people seeking to exploit minors for illegal activities.

Importance of a Single European Protocol

Sosdesaparecidos is carrying out and supervising the creation of a single protocol at European level as we understand that it is crucial for several reasons:

International Coordination: This would facilitate collaboration between countries to locate and protect runaway minors, avoiding jurisdictional gaps.

Common Safety Standards: This would establish clear guidelines on safety in care facilities and procedures to prevent escapes.

Improved Response and Follow-up: This would streamline search processes and provide a common framework for evaluating and improving reception policies.

Protection of Rights: It would ensure that the rights of minors are protected consistently throughout the European Union, promoting their well-being and comprehensive development.

In conclusion, the implementation of a single European protocol for managing the escape of minors from care is essential to effectively address this problem and protect the rights of the most vulnerable children in our society. This would not only strengthen the safety and well-being of children, but would also promote a more cohesive and effective care system at continental level.

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