Child Protection Hotline
Provided by: Child Protection Hotline
Overview
Always available for children and adolescents in need (anonymous). Also relevant for women concerned about a child's welfare.
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📘 Guide: Child Protection & Children's Rights
Contact points for suspected child endangerment (§ 8a SGB VIII) due to neglect, physical, or mental violence. The offer addresses children, adolescents, and concerned citizens/professionals. The goal is risk assessment and initiation of protective measures.
Important Note
In case of suspected child endangerment, professionals have a right to advice from an 'experienced specialist'.
Steps
- 1Professionals: Seek advice from an 'experienced specialist'.
- 2Children: Call the 'Number Against Sorrow' anonymously.
FAQ
▶What does "Counseling Center & Social Services" mean?
General support in social situations. Counseling Tip 1: Complete documents (notices, proof of income) speed up every consultation. Counseling Tip 2: Prepare concrete questions to use the consultation time effectively.