West Center and capital area police held a successful workshop yesterday at Valsheimilið. The workshop focused on vulnerable children and was for professionals who work with children and families.
The goal was to improve children's well-being by enhancing cooperation among those who work with children. This includes schools, recreation centers, child protection services, social services, non-profits, and institutions like police, district commissioners, and healthcare. The workshop targeted West Center partners who interact with children vulnerable to various forms of abuse and neglect.
Networking and expertise utilization
The workshop had two purposes: (1) Use participants' expertise to promote child welfare in Reykjavík and develop procedures for working with vulnerable children. (2) Build connections to help everyone meet and work together following these procedures. About 120 people attended. The Chief of Police of the Capital Area, West Center, District Commissioner of Greater Reykjavík, The Primary Care, and Reykjavík Child Protection Services collaborated with youth centers, after-school programs, recreation centers, and local preschools, primary schools, and upper-secondary schools to develop cooperation for vulnerable children. Participants were enthusiastic. Many notable presentations were given. Discussions focused on procedures and opportunities to enhance cooperation and communication on this issue. Guðrún Kaldal, director of Tjörnin recreation center, moderated the event.
