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Date Shared: 
Saturday, August 18, 2018 - 10:01
Title: 

Volunteer Guardianship

Countries and areas: 
Italy
Tags: 
Unaccompanied Children and Youth, Migrant Protection and Assistance, Diversity, Inclusiveness and Social Cohesion
Summary: 

Italy’s volunteer guardianship model relies on private citizens who are willing to support integration of unaccompanied migrant children. Following expressions of interest from citizens, the Ombudsman’s office selects, screens and trains the guardians.

GFMD Source: 

GFMD 2018 - Children and Youth on the Move: Implementing Sustainable Solutions - Thematic Workshop - Final Report

Link: 

For more information: 

  • https://blogs.unicef.org/evidence-for-action/duty-to-protect-how-volunta...
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Source (retrieved on 04/13/2026 - 12:00): https://www.gfmd.org/pfp/ppd/10900