| Abstract [eng] |
The master’s thesis analyses the implementation of child minimal ir medium care measures in Lithuania, revealing their theoretical foundations, practical application and the experiences and perspectives of specialists. The aim of the thesis was to examine how these measures function in practice and what roles they perform, while the aim of the empirical study was to reveal experiences, assessments, challenges and improvement opportunities identified by members of the child welfare commissions and experts. The study was conducted using a qualitative methodological approach, based on semi-structured interviews with members of child welfare commissions and experts. The theoretical analysis showed that juvenile delinquency is understood as a multifaceted social phenomenon, influenced not only by individual characteristics but also by family, school, peers, and societal reaction factors. The review of foreign practices revealed that effective measures are most often based on individualization, support for the child and family, and consistent interinstitutional cooperation. The research results indicate that in Lithuania this system is oriented toward supporting the child and family, but in practice fragmentation, ambiguities in legal regulation, and insufficient support for families remain. Specialistis primarily view child care measures as a support mechanism, while also acknowledging their control aspect. The greatest challenges are related to interinstitutional cooperation, lack of resources, inconsistency in implementation of the measures, and the complexity of working with families. |
