DSPO 25A64 - Evolution of child protect°policies in the context of global challenges & critical transformations

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of child protection systems in

Europe and examines how international humanitarian work integrates child protection mechanisms in

developing countries, particularly in West Africa. Structured in two modules, the course first explores

the EU’s child protection agenda—covering topics such as digital safety, AI regulation, and

deinstitutionalization reforms—before turning to the role of international organizations in responding to

child vulnerability linked to poverty, gender-based violence, and conflict. Through a mix of theoretical

analysis, case studies, and guest lectures, students will develop critical analytical frameworks and

gain practical skills and strategies informed by real-world experiences in policymaking and service

delivery.

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This course employs a Lecture, Presentation, and Writing Exam format to ensure a holistic mastery of

the material. Knowledge is first established through instructor-led lectures, then deepened as students

research and deliver peer presentations to sharpen their communication skills. The learning process

concludes with writing examinations, which challenge students to synthesize these concepts into

clear, persuasive, and critically analyzed arguments.

Oral Presentations (40% of overall grade).

Mid-term Exam (30% of the overall grade). : Essay

Final exam (30% of overall grade): Essay