A new plan in child protection
Over the past few months, a review has been carried out of the 2010–2014 child protection action plan. A new, project-based action plan is now available.
In recent months, a cross-party group, with the support and funding
staff of Hafnarfjörður municipality, working on the revision of the implementation plan in
Child protection from 2010 – 2014. Much has been achieved in child protection matters in
In Hafnarfjörður in recent years, and there is a constant search for ways to make
make projects more efficient and increase opportunities for staff to utilise a wider range of
Methods for resolution. A new implementation plan is now available.
Child Protection Committee,
The Family Council and the Education Council of Hafnarfjörður wish to further promote safety and
the welfare of children and to create a family-friendly society by drawing up a new plan. The intention
is to achieve broad consensus and cooperation in the town and with other municipalities regarding
effective child and family protection. Emphasis is placed on building on
academic methods and resources that have shown good results. The aim is to
Reduce the number of serious child protection cases and develop ways to respond.
as soon as the welfare of children is at risk. A new action plan is therefore very
project-oriented, and most of the projects are collaborative ventures between different organisations. The programme
is first and foremost a guide for those working in child protection and
preventive programmes, in addition to providing strategic guidance for managers. An action plan on child protection matters is one.
of the City of Hafnarfjörður's ways to increase efficiency and strengthen the cooperation of those who
working with children and families with children. In addition
In order to continue the good and high-quality work in child protection, a working group on
a plan of action on child protection in Hafnarfjörður has been decided to implement
implementation and clarification of specific tasks.
Particular attention is paid to the following aspects during the years 2014-2018:
- To create a positive image of child protection among residents through high-quality work,
Education and information - Strengthening the family with targeted support for parents in
their role in child-rearing - Promote increased cooperation and more targeted working practices in matters concerning children.
and families - Increased emphasis on an interdisciplinary approach in the handling of child protection cases
- To increase the awareness of those who work with children in their leisure time about child protection.
- Work will continue to develop the work of the Small Group.
- Group activities for children and teenagers
- A training course for youth centre staff
- The well-being of children and the prevention of bullying
- Strengthening play and primary schools to create resources and cater for children.
with behavioural, emotional and/or learning difficulties - Consultation and improved services for immigrants
- Implementing ESTER in child protection work
- LGBTQ+ education in the town's primary schools
- Inter-municipal cooperation on resources
- Joint management of a residential home for children
- Partnership with Kópavogur on short-term childcare