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+
Role of forensic pediatrics in the identification of assaults and violent deaths of children and adolescents
The class “Role of Forensic Pediatrics in the Identification of Abuse and Violent Deaths of Children and Adolescents” provided a comprehensive understanding of the functions+
Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023: Statutory Guidance
This document, published by the UK government, provides legal guidance on how local and national agencies should collaborate to protect children. It covers key responsibilities+
SIDS – Sudden Infant and Early Childhood Death: The Past, The Present and The Future.
SIDS – Sudden Infant and Early Childhood Death: The Past, The Present and The Future. A manual that, through updated scientific research and historical perspectives,+
Unexplained Pediatric Deaths: Investigation, Certification, and Family Needs
A manual developed by the National Association of Medical Examiners that compiles the latest evidence produced by medical research on sudden and unexpected death. It+
When a baby or young child dies suddenly and unexpectedly
This document provides support resources for parents who have suffered the sudden loss of an infant or young child. It informs about the procedures stipulated+
Risk factors for intra-familial unlawful and suspicious child death. A retrospective study of cases in London
In order to explore social, demographic, and autopsy patterns, this article reviews 282 child deaths investigated by the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) of London. The+
Sudden unexpected death in infancy and childhood. Multi-agency guidelines for care and investigation.
A guide developed by The Royal College of Pathologists and The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health to provide guidelines for the investigation and+
Diagnosis of the investigation of homicides of children and adolescents in Chile
Report on the evolution of parole applications
This study aimed to identify whether the 2019 reforms introduced to the processes of applying for and granting parole have had any effect on the+
Evidence for the autopsy study in child victims of rape with homicide
Guidelines for media to prevent secondary victimization
Support for Indirect Victims of Homicide in Post-Sentencing Contexts
La exposición mediática de víctimas indirectas de violación con homicidio
Granting of Parole in Convictions for Rape with Homicide
Act 21.057: Resource Center
This platform was created to support the continuous education of interviewers trained for the implementation of Act 21,057 on Videorecorded Interviewing.
Handbook on european law relating to the rights of the child
This second edition of the 2022 “Handbook on European Law Relating to the Rights of the Child” has been jointly prepared by the European Union+
Ibero-American Protocol for Judicial Action for Vulnerable Groups
The Ibero-American Judicial Protocol for Improving Access to Justice for Individuals and Groups in Vulnerable Conditions, with a Special Emphasis on Gender-Responsive Justice, emerged from+
Access of Children to Justice: Report of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights
The Report of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights on Children’s Access to Justice is presented in accordance with Resolution 22/32 of the+
National Regulations and Guidelines
Criteria for action of the Public Prosecutor’s Office in cases of sexual violence crimes
The National Prosecutor’s Office Letter No. 277/2022, titled “General Instruction Providing Action Criteria for Sexual Violence Crimes,” updates the standards for criminal investigation, prosecution, and+
Frequently asked questions about Law No. 21.057 for education staff
The document Frequently Asked Questions about Law No. 21.057, which “Regulates Video Recorded Interviews and Other Protective Measures for Minors, Victims of Sexual Crimes”, was+
Law 21.430 on guarantees and comprehensive protection of the rights of children and adolescents
Law 21.430 on Guarantees and Comprehensive Protection of the Rights of Children and Adolescents was published on March 15, 2022. Its objective is to guarantee+
Annual Report
Annual Report 2023
In this report, the Foundation highlights the key milestones of the past year. Among them is the commemoration of its 25 years of history, always+
Annual Report 2022
In this document, you will find a summary of the main projects and activities carried out by Fundación Amparo y Justicia during 2022. If you+
Annual Report 2021
In this report, you will find a summary of the main projects and activities carried out during 2021. If you wish to review the report+
Video library
Implementation of the Videorecorded Interviews Law 21.057
Videotaped Interviews
Interviews in the Escalera de la Niñez: Nora Rosati
Steps and protocol that accredited interviewers must follow under Law 21.057
Law 21.057 of Law Videorecorded Interviews
Explanatory on the Law of Videotaped Interviews
Professional Certificate Program on sex crimes against children and teens
Academic program offered jointly with the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
This professional certificate program seeks to contribute to helping professionals and officials from the justice system specialize and stay current. It has had 10 different editions with over 600 students and outstanding professors from Chile and around the world.
