Meeting
PROTECTING ADOLESCENTS FROM CRIME: MEETING WITH MEMBERS OF THE BOYS’ COUNCIL

The meeting was held under the theme “Protecting Adolescents from Crime: Risk Factors and Prevention.” Participants discussed the factors that may expose adolescents to the risk of crime, as well as the role and responsibility of young people themselves in preventing crime and promoting a safe environment for their peers.

During the meeting, E. Tungalagmaa, Judge at the Inter-soum Court of First Instance of Darkhan-Uul Aimag, delivered a presentation on “Youth Participation in Crime Prevention.” She highlighted the importance of young people protecting their own safety and that of their peers, recognizing potentially risky situations, making responsible choices, and seeking support from relevant professional institutions when necessary.

One of the highlights of the meeting was a panel discussion featuring Dr. Andrea Bindig, Judge at the Federal Social Court of Germany, and Stephanie Mehner, Judge at the Higher Regional Court of Munich, 2nd Civil Division and Family Court Judge. They shared their professional experiences and perspectives on judicial practice and the protection of children’s and family rights, and answered questions from the young participants.

The student members of the Boys’ Council actively participated in the discussion, raising questions and sharing their views and experiences on a range of issues, including crime prevention, peer pressure, risk environments, support from families and schools, and the importance of knowing and understanding their rights.

The meeting concluded with an open discussion with the student members of the Boys’ Council. Participants exchanged views on the young people’s interests and needs and discussed opportunities for further joint activities in the areas of legal education, child protection, and crime prevention.

The meeting highlighted that protecting adolescents from the risk of crime is not solely the responsibility of law enforcement institutions, but requires the active involvement of children and young people, families, schools, professional institutions, and society as a whole.

Providing young people with accessible and age-appropriate legal knowledge, while supporting them to understand their rights and responsibilities, recognize risky situations, and make informed decisions, is an important element of effective crime prevention.