Council of Europe action plan oprotecting refugee and migrant children in Europe (2017-2019)

Abstract

The mass arrivals of those seeking refuge in Europe from war and persecution, as well as the continuing movement of persons across the Mediterranean and Turkey, act as a constant reminder of the precarious situation refugee and migrant children find themselves in; as well as the humanrights violations they are confronted with. All Council of Europe member States are affected by the refugee/migration flows, either directly or indirectly, as countries of origin, transit, destination or resettlement.

The Action Plan is based on a clear principle: in the context of migration, children should be treated first and foremost as children.