2022---in-france--every-five-days--a-child-is-killed-by-one-of-his-parents--warns-unicef

While global child mortality has hit historic lows in some categories, the specific issue of remains a high priority for UN agencies.

The organization has called for a "national shock" to transform how France handles child abuse. Their core recommendations include: While global child mortality has hit historic lows

Specialized courts and faster response times for reported cases of child endangerment. While global child mortality has hit historic lows

National campaigns to break the silence surrounding domestic violence and encourage neighbors or family members to report concerns. Recent Developments (2024–2026) While global child mortality has hit historic lows

New warnings from in late 2024 and 2025 emphasize that child protection must be integrated across all sectors—from education to the legal system—to effectively reduce these numbers.

Systematic training for all professionals in contact with children (teachers, doctors, police) to better detect signs of maltreatment.