German Government Strengthens Child Abuse Prevention Measures

A new bill aims to legally establish the role of an independent commissioner to enhance protection and support for abuse victims.

The German Bundestag is reviewing a bill to solidify the position of the 'Independent Commissioner for Child Sexual Abuse' as a permanent institution.
The proposed legislation mandates regular reporting on the state of child sexual abuse and establishes a right for victims to access their youth welfare records.
The bill includes the creation of a medical child protection hotline and legally secures the roles of the advisory council and the commission for abuse victims.
All political parties in the Bundestag have shown support for the bill, though the AfD received a reprimand for controversial remarks during the debate.
The initiative follows alarming statistics indicating a rise in child welfare endangerments, highlighting the urgent need for improved protective measures.