EKSPLOATACIJA DJECE I FENOMEN „DJECE ULICE“: IZAZOVI ZAŠTITE PRAVA DJETETA U SISTEMU SOCIJALNE ZAŠTITE
EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN AND THE PHENOMENON OF "STREET CHILDREN": CHALLENGES OF PROTECTING CHILDREN'S RIGHTS IN THE SOCIAL PROTECTION SYSTEM

Summary/Abstract: The phenomenon of "street children" represents one of the most complex contemporary social challenges, directly implying a severe form of exploitation and violation of fundamental children's rights. This paper analyzes the causes leading to the emergence of children on the street, with a particular focus on forced begging, labor exploitation, and the problem of early school dropout in a contemporary social context. The methodology applied in this paper is based on qualitative content analysis and a theoretical review of relevant scientific and professional literature in the field of social work and children's rights. Through the lens of the social work system, the paper explores the existing legal mechanisms of protection in the Republic of Srpska, the role of multidisciplinary teams, the role of media in preventing stigmatization, and the importance of drop-in centers as primary forms of support. The aim of the paper is to highlight the need for a transformation of preventive strategies and the strengthening of the institutional response in order to reintegrate this marginalized group into the system.

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