For unaccompanied and separated children, having a trained, independent guardian isn’t just helpful — it’s essential. Guardians play a critical role in ensuring a child’s rights are respected, their voice is heard, and their well-being is protected.
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As highlighted in the Integration Toolkit by Family for Every Child, guardians should be appointed as early as possible and supported through specialised training.
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Effective guardianship ensures children are seen, heard, and cared for — not just on paper, but in practice. At METAdrasi, we’ve long recognized the transformative power of guardianship. Our work supports unaccompanied minors by pairing them with trained guardians who provide guidance, consistency, and emotional support.
For many children, their guardian is the first adult they can truly trust after a long and difficult journey.
Investing in strong guardianship systems means investing in children’s futures — and in a more just, compassionate society for all.
Since November 1, 2023, the activity of Guardinship for Unaccompanied Minors in Greece, is being implemented with METAdrasi as the coordinating partner and Praksis as a partner, within the framework of the “National Guardianship System” with funding from the “Programme Greece – Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund 2021-2027”, co-financed by the European Union.
