The hidden victims: children of incarcerated parents under drug laws in Croatia and Serbia
Abstract: In Croatia and Serbia, drug-related incarceration silently punishes thousands of children alongside their imprisoned parents. It is worth highlighting how parental imprisonment shapes children’s mental health, economic stability, and social inclusion, comparing policy responses across both countries.
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*Una Ćosović is a 14-year-old primary school ‘Skender Kulenović’ student and a member of the Child
Leadership Team (CLT) for Southeast Europe at the Global Campus of Human Rights. She is interested
in human, especially childrens, rights and is a part of many comunities for them.
Leadership Team (CLT) for Southeast Europe at the Global Campus of Human Rights. She is interested
in human, especially childrens, rights and is a part of many comunities for them.
** Yasmine Estela Grado is a 21-year-old International Relations and European Studies student and a
member of the Youth Advisory Group (YAG) for Southeast Europe at the Global Campus of Human
Rights. Her main interest is human rights, especially children's rights. She advocates for children's safety,
wellbeing, and legal protection, aiming to advance social justice ensuring respect for children's rights
worldwide.
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