Ankara Bar Association Calls for Protection of Children Amid Rising Child Murders
Ankara, January 20 – The Ankara Bar Association has released a statement addressing the alarming increase in child murders and juvenile delinquency, a topic that has recently gained renewed prominence following the death of Atlas. The association expressed deep concern and sorrow over the escalation of these acts, which have resulted in the loss of young lives.
The statement highlights that the issue transcends simple judicial cases, presenting a complex societal problem rooted in social, economic, and legal dimensions. The Ankara Bar Association argues that preventing children from being drawn into crime cannot be achieved solely through penal and enforcement regulations.
Comprehensive Approach to Juvenile Delinquency
Instead, the association stresses the critical role of public authorities in fulfilling their positive obligations across various sectors, including education, poverty alleviation, and the child justice system. They emphasize that any stringent measures taken to prevent juvenile crime must be accompanied by a compassionate rehabilitation process.
The statement underscores that society’s need for security and a child’s right to reintegrate into society are not contradictory but rather complementary elements. The Ankara Bar Association firmly believes in the possibility of establishing a system where children are not deprived of life or lost to criminal gangs.
Addressing Root Causes and Rehabilitation
To achieve this, the association advocates for the uncompromising implementation of rehabilitative and reintegrative enforcement practices that dismantle the perception of impunity. Furthermore, they stress the imperative to combat the economic and social root causes of the problem.
The Ankara Bar Association’s call to action serves as a poignant reminder of the multifaceted challenges posed by juvenile crime and child murders, urging a holistic and compassionate approach to safeguard the future of children.
