Factors that interfere with the confrontation of child violence by guardianship counselors

ABSTRACT

This research aimed to present perspectives of guardianship counselors on the action in cases of violence against children. To that end, 16 professionals were interviewed acting in the city of Palmas (TO), Brazil. The data was submitted to content analysis. It was identified that they interfere with the confrontation of child violence, by these actors, the lack of knowledge and skills to identify children at risk or situation of violence, the involvement of families in cases, precarious material resources, insufficient number of professionals, failures in the network of child protection, cultural stereotypes, professional devaluation and impunity of the aggressor. Thus, in order for the Guardianship Council to be able to fully exercise its functions and contribute to the interruption of the cycle of child violence, investments in various areas are required, such as qualification of guardianship counselors, through the provision of periodic courses, and the implementation of work environments with sufficient material and human resources, in order to contribute to the implementation of integrated, intersectoral and resolute actions.

KEYWORDS
Children; Child abuse; Violence; Child protection services