Dear colleagues,
Despite UNICEF’s efforts to support governments and civil society organisations in diverting children from formal criminal proceedings and advancing alternatives to detention, many children still receive criminal convictions. This highlights the need for justice professionals to receive specialised training to identify children’s needs and understand the different vulnerabilities they face when encountering the justice system.
Therefore, this second issue of the ARISA CHILD newsletter brings you the latest insights and updates from our collaborative initiatives in the realm of juvenile justice. In this edition, we are excited to unveil the profound impact of our recent Experience Exchange Visits in Lisbon and Rome.
