Effectiveness of Reporting and Investigation Processes in Child Protection Cases in East African Countries: A Review
Keywords:
Child protection, East African countries, reporting and investigation processes.Abstract
Aim: The effectiveness of reporting and investigation processes in child protection cases is critical to ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable children. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of these processes in East African countries.
Methods: This study employed a systematic approach, conducting a comprehensive search across academic databases such as journals and conference proceedings. Keywords such as child protection, reporting, investigation, effectiveness, and East African countries were used to identify relevant studies.
Results: The reviewed studies indicate that the reporting and investigation processes in child protection cases in East African countries is generally limited. The studies highlight various challenges, including inadequate resources, lack of coordination among stakeholders, and insufficient training for child protection professionals. These factors contribute to delays in reporting and investigation processes and hinder the identification and protection of vulnerable children.
Conclusion: Effectiveness of reporting and investigation processes in child protection cases in East African countries is limited due to various challenges.
Recommendations: East African countries should invest in strengthening child protection systems by allocating adequate resources, improving coordination among stakeholders, and providing sufficient training for child protection professionals. These efforts will enhance the effectiveness of reporting and investigation processes, ultimately protecting vulnerable children and promoting their well-being.
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