In November and Julychanges were made to the Social Services Law and the Criminal Injuries Law, defining children who have witnessed domestic violence as crime victims. Qualitative interviews have been carried out with five social workers, with the aim to evaluate how they meet and become aware of these children.
Our problem-formulation is based upon the question how social services implement the recent changes to the law. The framework for analysis combines a social constructionist approach with a critical perspective. The study identifies shortcomings when it comes to the ways in which these children are encountered and the extent to which they are allowed to participate in the investigation process.
The study further shows that children are not perceived as actors that have a right to participation and to be involved in the process. The study thus supports the notion that it is important to see children as actors and individuals in their respective situation rather than as passive victims whose needs are overshadowed by those of the adults.
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