The webinar aims to disseminate and report on the progress of the project, as well as to share ideas and experiences in order to incorporate child participation in decision-making at local, national and European level. It also aims to be a space to share the training and participatory action experiences developed during the course of the project, as well as to address the challenges we are facing and proposals to face them and to continue advancing in the exercise of children's democratic citizenship.
Ana Novella, Laia Ferrús Vicente, Marta Beatriz Esteban Tortajada et al.
The webinar aims to disseminate and report on the progress of the project, as well as to share ideas and experiences in order to incorporate child participation in decision-making at local, national and European level. It also aims to be a space to share the training and participatory action experiences developed during the course of the project, as well as to address the challenges we are facing and proposals to face them and to continue advancing in the exercise of children's democratic citizenship.
Ana Novella, Laia Ferrús Vicente, Marta Beatriz Esteban Tortajada et al.
BACKGROUND: According to Article 12 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, therapists are duty-bound to include children in decisions that impact them. Although occupational therapists champion client-centred, collaborative practice, there remains a paucity of studies detailing children's rights and experiences of decision-making in pediatric occupational therapy. PURPOSE: This qualitative study described the decision-making experiences of children, parents and therapists in occupational therapy. METHODS: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 17 participants (six children, five parents and six occupational therapists), and data analysed using thematic analysis. FINDINGS: Three themes emerged: 1) Goal-setting experiences; 2) Adults: child-rights gatekeepers or defenders? and 3) Decision-making in context. Findings suggest that decision-making is mostly adult directed, and children's voices are subsumed by adult-led services, priorities, and agendas. IMPLICATIONS: Children's rights need to be embedded as an aspect of best practice in providing services that are child-centred in occupational therapy practices and education.
Bakgrund: Barnskyddet bör fatta beslut enligt barnets bästa och se till att barnet kan bli delaktig i sin egna barnskyddsprocess. I det stora hela är delaktighet är en form av mänskliga rättigheter och medborgarskap. Ur en mer individuell synvinkel handlar det om att barnet kan få påverka sin barnskyddsprocess, om barnet så vill. Barnet som ingår klientskap inom barnskyddet är ofta sårbart och i en otrygg situation. Socialarbetaren som jobbar med att delaktiggöra barnet måste orientera sig igenom komplexiteten av barnets rätt till delaktighet, barnets sårbarhet, sin egna profession och värderingar. Sammanfattande forskning om socialarbetares syn om sitt möjliggörande har inte beaktats i större litteraturstudier under de senaste åren. Syfte: Syftet för denna avhandling är att skapa medvetenhet om faktorer som påverkar barns delaktighet ur socialarbetarperspektiv. Detta är viktigt för att kunna utveckla barnskyddet mot ett mer barncenterat håll på både organisatorisk och strukturell nivå. Fokus ligger på socialarbetarens syn på barns delaktighet och faktorer som påverkar delaktigheten från socialarbetarens synhåll. Metod: Denna kandidatavhandling är en litteraturöversikt baserad på 15 internationella studier gjorda både med kvantitativ och kvalitativ forskningsansats. De inkluderade artiklarna analyserades genom en teoristyrd innehållsanalys. Resultat: I resultaten framkom motstridigheter mellan socialarbetarens syn gällande delaktighet och delaktiggörandet. Främst upplever socialarbetare att barns delaktighet är viktigt. Dock påverkas hur barnen blir involverad av socialarbetarens kunskap om delaktighet och barnsynen. Barnets bakgrund, ålder och skyddsbehov kan ses både hindrande och gynnande. Organisatoriska faktorer som påverkar socialarbetares möjliggörande är barnskyddets upplevda barnvänlighet och arbetsresurser. Relationer som påverkar delaktiggörandet har att göra med relationen mellan barnet och socialarbetaren samt dess vårdnadshavare. Socialarbetarens osäkerhet gällande sin egna profession sågs i materialet som en hindrande faktor. Empati, frekventa möten med barnet och enrum sågs som främjande faktorer.
The paper analyzes comparatively 45 national reports on child participation as victims or witnesses in criminal cases collected from members and collaborators of the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates. After a short exposition of the aims of the research and some methodological considerations, applicable international and regional standards are highlighted to introduce and guide specific analysis of 1) the right to be heard; 2) coordination between the Justice system and other role players; 3) preparation for the child participation; 4) protection and support provided for children; 5) environment – where the child is heard; 6) specific legal guarantees for children; 7) interviewing structure and procedure; 8) alleged offender’s right during or after the interview; 9) coordination within the Justice System regarding parallel proceedings; 10) training provided for the Justice system and 11) reforms in progress. Final conclusions and recommendations for the future intend to stimulate further international judicial dialogue and experience sharing.
PURPOSE: The aim of this qualitative descriptive study was to explore young children's perspectives on participation and care experiences in child health clinic nursing encounters. Knowledge of children's experiences and views can help professionals support children's right to participation. METHODS: Data were generated using a multi-method approach that included researcher-initiated role-play, stimulated recall interviews, Storycrafting, painting and drawing. Eleven children aged 5-7 years and 12 parents participated. Children were involved in selecting methods and settings. Thematic and semiotic analyzes were conducted, supported by researcher triangulation. The Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research checklist guided reporting. RESULTS: Clinic visits emerged as shared and meaningful experiences for children. Children's narratives highlighted their wish to act as active agents, the importance of play, toys and rewards, the need for psychosocial support and proximity to a support person, and the significance of the clinic's physical appearance. Vaccinations, physical measurements and adults' restrictive actions were described as memorable aspects that shaped children's care experiences. CONCLUSIONS: Clinic visits emerged as shared and meaningful experiences for children. Children's narratives highlighted their wish to act as active agents, the importance of play, the need for psychosocial support, and the significance of the clinic's environment. Vaccinations, physical measurements and adults' restrictive actions were described as memorable aspects that shaped children's care experiences.
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on child participation as victims or witnesses in criminal cases. The article explains the legal, institutional and procedural aspects of child participation in the Justice System in Guinea
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on child participation in juvenile justice. The article explains the legal, institutional and procedural aspects of child participation in the Justice System in Sao Tome and Principe
The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on child participation as victims or witnesses in criminal cases. The article explains the legal, institutional and procedural aspects of child participation in the Justice System in the Netherlands
Abstract: The paper is part of a collaborative research organized by the International Association of Youth and Family Judges and Magistrates (AIMJF/IAYFJM) on child participation as victims or witnesses in criminal cases. The article explains the legal, institutional and procedural aspects of child participation in the Justice System in Mozambique
