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PublicationInvisible Children, Visible Harms: The Scale And Effects Of Child InstitutionalisationTuesday June 23, 2020This briefing summarises the main lessons learned from the three papers and what needs to be done next at global, national and local levels to support vulnerable children and families and tackle the problem of institutionalisation globally.
PublicationCracks In The SystemTuesday June 23, 2020Cracks in the System is a report from Lumos that is the first of its kind to systematically explore the links between institutional care and child trafficking in Europe.
Policy PaperLumos’ Recommendations To The European Commission’s Proposed New Pact On Migration And AsylumTuesday June 9, 2020These are Lumos' recommendations to ensure that the New Pact on Migration and Asylum considers the needs and best interests of unaccompanied migrant, asylum-seeking and refugee children.
Policy PaperLumos’ Submission To OHCHR On Ending Immigration Detention Of Children & Seeking Adequate ReceptionThursday June 4, 2020Lumos’ submission to the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights of Migrants for a thematic report on ending immigration detention of children and seeking adequate reception and care for them.
Policy PaperReport On The Transition From Institutional Care To Community-based Services In 27 EU Member StatesMonday June 1, 2020The aim of this report was to collate information about policies and plans, changes over time, strengths and areas of concerns relevant to advancement in deinstitutionalisation in 27 EU countries.
Policy PaperCovid-19: Call To Action To Protect Vulnerable Families And Children In Alternative CareThursday May 28, 2020There is a great risk of many more children being placed in a care system that is not able to meet their needs and rights.
Policy PaperLumos’ Response To The European Commission Proposal For A Regulation On The European Social FundThursday April 30, 2020An estimated eight million children worldwide live in residential institutions and so-called orphanages that deny their human rights and do not meet their needs.
Policy PaperLumos’ Response To The European Commission’s Peer Review Of The Partnership PrincipleThursday April 30, 2020This submission highlights positive and challenging examples of the Principle in action, reported to Lumos by civil society organisations based in the EU Member States.
Policy PaperCovid-19 Crisis: People Living In Institutions Must Not Be Written OffThursday April 30, 2020The EEG calls on EU leaders to ensure its response to COVID-19 takes into consideration persons living in institutions in Europe as they face increased risks of abuse, neglect, health issues and mental distress.