The Public Prosecution Service enhances the capabilities of juvenile judges to establish child-friendly justice
The Presidency of the Public Prosecution Service, in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, organized two training sessions for Public Prosecution judges and judges responsible for juvenile cases in Casablanca and Marrakech between June 17 and 20, 2025. This initiative is part of efforts to strengthen the capacities of judicial actors in the field of juvenile justice.
The sessions focused on the theme “Challenges of child-friendly justice between a reformative approach and the exceptional nature of deprivation of liberty,” highlighting the operational protocol for supporting children in vulnerable situations. They provided an opportunity to deepen discussions regarding legal and social protection mechanisms for children and to enhance the educational and rehabilitative dimension in addressing childhood issues, in line with national and international standards.
Interactive workshops discussed the implementation of alternatives to detention in institutions, the development of care and integration pathways, and the exchange of national and international judicial experiences. Several best practices were presented to support judges’ capacities and reinforce the principles of child-friendly criminal justice.
The organization of this training was part of the practical application of the protocol related to the care of vulnerable children, serving as a tool to activate a justice system built on three pillars: care, rehabilitation, and integration. This project reflects an institutional commitment to enhancing the protection of children within the judicial system.
The meetings were led by judges and judicial officials from the Presidency of the Public Prosecution Service and various courts, where they discussed the principles underpinning child justice and reviewed judicial rulings from the European Court of Human Rights and relevant national decisions.
The session concluded with a presentation on the effectiveness of care units for women and children within the courts, particularly regarding the protection of children in conflict with the law, highlighting the challenges and opportunities present in this field.
