Abstract
The Philosophical, Historical, Social and Economic Context of Child Protection: Conditions confronting marginalized children provoke a response on several levels. A moral imperative crosses almost all cultures, religions and values, wherein the welfare of children holds high standing. Virtually every major philosophical, religious and cultural movement places a value on protecting and nurturing the young. Beyond this moral imperative lie more complex but equally compelling reasons. Children’s issues have a vast economic impact on societies that must address the consequences of vulnerable young people who may turn to crime, who live in poverty, whose earning potential is compromised or eliminated. Research shows that investing in children, especially early childhood, and youth have measurable economic and social returns that far surpass their costs.
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Ajmera, M., Fields, G.A. (2016). Why Should We Care?. In: Invisible Children. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/978-1-137-57838-9_3
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