# Child welfare and judicial protection initiatives in Greece > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/child-welfare-and-judicial-protection-initiatives-in-greece > Updated: 2026-10-02T08:08:59.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Greece has initiated several programs aimed at improving child welfare and judicial protections. In September 2026, the government launched the ChildSay program, an EU-co-funded initiative intended to integrate the voices of children aged 6 to 10 into judicial decisions regarding custody and parental care. Minister of Justice Giorgos Floridis noted the program focuses on research, professional training, and aligning Greek practices with international standards for child-friendly justice. Following this, a three-year international partnership was established to prevent and address child sexual abuse. This collaboration involves Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, Eastern Mediterranean University (ELMEPA), the John Jay College of Criminal Justice at the City University of New York, and the non-profit ‘To Tharos’. The partnership seeks to connect Greek academic research with international expertise to develop practical actions for child protection and support. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-02: Greece launches international partnership to prevent child sexual abuse Four academic and non-profit organizations have launched a three-year international partnership to prevent and combat child sexual abuse in Greece through research and education. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-launches-international-partnership-to-prevent-child-sexual-abuse ### 2026-09-18: Greece launches ChildSay program to improve child custody judicial processes Greece launched the EU-funded ChildSay program to ensure children aged 6-10 have their voices heard in judicial custody and parental care decisions. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-launches-childsay-program-to-improve-child-custody-judicial-processes --- Cite as: Child welfare and judicial protection initiatives in Greece. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/child-welfare-and-judicial-protection-initiatives-in-greece