Asylum Seeker And Refugee Children
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Asylum Seeker and Refugee Children
Introduction
The media often sensationalizes the situation of asylum seekers and refugees in the UK and Europe, labeling them as burdens. This narrative distorts reality, as many reports are more fiction than fact.
Impact on Children
This negativity affects both adults and children, with vulnerable children being particularly at risk. Unlike adults, children are less capable of caring for themselves and rely heavily on adults for protection?"especially in unfamiliar countries. As nearly half of the world's refugees are children, they require special care and protection.
Understanding Asylum Seekers and Refugees
An asylum seeker is someone who has applied for asylum and is awaiting a decision in the UK. Asylum is a form of legal protection for those fleeing persecution. The 1951 UN Convention on the Status of Refugees guides these decisions. If the UK determines they face persecution, these individuals are granted refugee status and share the same rights to benefits and housing as British citizens, although they cannot apply for citizenship until residing in the UK for five years.
Rights of Refugee Children
Refugee children hold universal rights and additional protections as children and refugees, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Many have experienced severe trauma that complicates their ability to claim asylum under the 1951 Convention.
Challenges in the UK
Upon arrival, many refugee children face unsuitable accommodations and inconsistent access to necessary services, as reported by the Refugee Council. Those arriving alone, particularly vulnerable to exploitation, often lack proper care. Currently, around 5,200 asylum seeker and refugee children are under British social services, a system needing significant improvements.
Housing Concerns
Unaccompanied children, sometimes just 15 years old, often transition from foster care to insufficient accommodations like shared housing or bed and breakfasts, forced to fend for themselves.
Misconceptions and Criticism
There is a troubling portrayal of child asylum seekers as deceitful or as merely economic migrants in recent government documents. With only 5% being granted asylum, there's an assumption that most do not require protection, contrary to the care given to British children in similar situations.
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It's crucial to challenge these misconceptions and ensure that all children, regardless of origin, receive the protection and care they need.
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