In Chile, a child is murdered every five days. Based on our experience in cases where the system’s difficulties in detecting and investigating these crimes have been evident, we are promoting this project to foster structural changes that strengthen the State’s response.
International Partnerships
Capacity Strengthening and International Partnerships
Since 2023, we have participated in training and cooperation initiatives in the United States, Ireland, and Greece, gaining access to specialized knowledge in the investigation of child homicides, pediatric forensic medicine, and interagency coordination. These experiences have enabled us to build a network with international experts and identify best practices that can be adapted to our country.
Assessment
Report: “Assessment of the Investigation of Homicides of Children in Chile”
In mid-2024, we presented the first national assessment of this issue, identifying structural deficiencies: a sustained increase in homicides of children, a lack of accurate data, the absence of protocols, and difficulties in determining causes of death.
Series of Meetings
Series of Meetings with Key Institutions
Between July and August 2024, we presented the findings of the assessment report to entities within the justice, security, health, and protection systems. These meetings generated consensus regarding the urgency of improving coordination and led to the creation of an unprecedented working group.
Training
Training for System Operators
In October 2024, we held the seminar “Desafíos en la investigación de homicidios de niños, niñas y adolescentes” (Challenges in Investigating Homicides of Children), which brought together more than 500 professionals from the justice, health, and security sectors. The event featured international experts in investigation and pediatric forensic medicine. Additionally, a specialized training session was conducted for forensic pathologists from the Servicio Médico Legal (national Forensic Medical Service).
Intersectoral Group
Intersectoral Group for the Prevention and Investigation of Homicides of Children
In October 2024, we established the Intersectoral Group for the Prevention and Investigation of Homicides of Children, the first permanent body in Chile dedicated to addressing this issue. Since then, the group has met monthly and, using an agile methodology, has conducted an institutional assessment, identified gaps in the system, and developed the first collaborative diagnostic report. We are currently working on designing proposals to strengthen the response to these crimes.
Capacity Strengthening and International Partnerships
Since 2023, we have participated in training and cooperation initiatives in the United States, Ireland, and Greece, gaining access to specialized knowledge in the investigation of child homicides, pediatric forensic medicine, and interagency coordination. These experiences have enabled us to build a network with international experts and identify best practices that can be adapted to our country.
Report: “Assessment of the Investigation of Homicides of Children in Chile”
In mid-2024, we presented the first national assessment of this issue, identifying structural deficiencies: a sustained increase in homicides of children, a lack of accurate data, the absence of protocols, and difficulties in determining causes of death.
Series of Meetings with Key Institutions
Between July and August 2024, we presented the findings of the assessment report to entities within the justice, security, health, and protection systems. These meetings generated consensus regarding the urgency of improving coordination and led to the creation of an unprecedented working group.
Training for System Operators
In October 2024, we held the seminar “Desafíos en la investigación de homicidios de niños, niñas y adolescentes” (Challenges in Investigating Homicides of Children), which brought together more than 500 professionals from the justice, health, and security sectors. The event featured international experts in investigation and pediatric forensic medicine. Additionally, a specialized training session was conducted for forensic pathologists from the Servicio Médico Legal (national Forensic Medical Service).
Training for System Operators
In October 2024, we held the seminar “Desafíos en la investigación de homicidios de niños, niñas y adolescentes” (Challenges in Investigating Homicides of Children), which brought together more than 500 professionals from the justice, health, and security sectors. The event featured international experts in investigation and pediatric forensic medicine. Additionally, a specialized training session was conducted for forensic pathologists from the Servicio Médico Legal (national Forensic Medical Service).
This body, formed in partnership with 11 public agencies, seeks to establish and facilitate mechanisms for collaboration among institutions to prevent and investigate suspicious deaths and child homicides.
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Desafíos para la prevención e investigación de homicidios de niños, niñas y adolescentes en Chile
A continuación, se presentan los resultados de la Fase de Diagnóstico del Grupo Intersectorial para la Prevención e Investigación de Homicidios de Niños, Niñas y+
Good practices in conducting autopsies in cases of violent deaths of children and adolescents
The class “Best Practices in Performing Autopsies in Cases of Violent Deaths of Children and Adolescents” provided information on the thanatological principles applied in child+
How to lead a successful prosecution of a child homicide
The class “How to Lead a Successful Prosecution in a Child Homicide” provided an in-depth understanding of the prosecutor’s role in investigating child homicides. Strategies+
Standards and best practices for the criminal investigation of child and adolescent homicides
The class “Standards and Best Practices for Criminal Investigation of Child Homicides” provided a detailed approach to the phenomenology of child homicide, allowing participants to+
Desafíos para la prevención e investigación de homicidios de niños, niñas y adolescentes en Chile
A continuación, se presentan los resultados de la Fase de Diagnóstico del Grupo Intersectorial para la Prevención e Investigación de Homicidios de Niños, Niñas y+
Good practices in conducting autopsies in cases of violent deaths of children and adolescents
The class “Best Practices in Performing Autopsies in Cases of Violent Deaths of Children and Adolescents” provided information on the thanatological principles applied in child+
How to lead a successful prosecution of a child homicide
The class “How to Lead a Successful Prosecution in a Child Homicide” provided an in-depth understanding of the prosecutor’s role in investigating child homicides. Strategies+
Standards and best practices for the criminal investigation of child and adolescent homicides
The class “Standards and Best Practices for Criminal Investigation of Child Homicides” provided a detailed approach to the phenomenology of child homicide, allowing participants to+
Assessment on the investigation of the murder of children and adolescents in Chile
Following a comprehensive collection of data from various institutions, the report reveals a concerning increase in child homicides in the country, with a 23% rise in 2023. The majority of the victims are adolescents aged 14 to 17, with family violence being the context that has seen the highest increase.
News
The Forensic Medical Service and Fundación Amparo y Justicia organized a virtual seminar bringing together forensic experts, prosecutors, and justice system professionals from Chile and...
Por Pía Greene, directora ejecutiva de Fundación Amparo y Justicia In less than 24 hours, six people were murdered in the Metropolitan Region. Among them,...
The recent approval of the law to strengthen the Public Prosecutor’s Office marks a milestone for the criminal justice system, 25 years after its establishment...
Members of the Foundation’s board and team attended a course on child homicide investigations and the 41st San Diego International Conference on Child and Family...
Members of the Intersectoral Group for the Prevention and Investigation of Homicides of Children and Adolescents held a working meeting with Ton Liefaard, an academic...
With the aim of strengthening interinstitutional work and advancing a more effective response to serious crimes affecting children and adolescents, representatives of Fundación Amparo y...
