After its success in Europe, the GWMD model has influenced similar efforts globally. For the first time in India, two structured, play-based Gala Bhet events were held. These initiative marked a significant step forward in strengthening parent-child connections within Indian prison environments, demonstrating how child-centered approaches can be integrated into existing frameworks. The initiative was led by … Lire plus
‘Children come into this world with open minds and open hearts. Supporting the rights of children helps support the sustainability of an open mind and heart.’ Elizabeth Ayre is Executive Director of Children of Prisoners Europe (COPE), a Paris-based organisation working with over 141 member and affiliate organisations and individuals across Europe and worldwide to … Lire plus
‘The onus is on adults to shift norms and improve systems so every child can flourish, with their dignity upheld‘. Currently working as Project Director at COPE and on the Game with Mum & Dad project (GWMD), Paula Akyol has experience in child education, NGOs and the arts sector. She is committed to working collaboratively and … Lire plus
‘Children affected by parental imprisonment have often been invisible, neglected, stigmatised, marginalised and sidelined’ I worked for the EU for 33 years. From 2011-2018, I was European Commission Coordinator for the rights of the child. After a leave of absence from September 2018, I retired on 1 May 2022. As of 27 May 2024, on … Lire plus
‘Children have shared how excited they are to spend time with their parents playing together.’ Currently working as a Communications Officer at COPE and the GWMD project, Naike holds a BA in International Relations and an MSc in Economic Development. She previously worked in communications for a Brussels-based NGO and an Italy-based European Agency. Passionate about creating positive … Lire plus
Laughter and cheers filled the sports hall of Oslebshausen Prison as five imprisoned fathers reunited with their children for a day of games and connection. This marked the final ‘Game with Mum & Dad’ event of campaign’s second international edition and the fourth game to be hosted in Germany by Hoppenbank e.V., a COPE member … Lire plus
‘Without children rights, we cannot hope to build decent and legitimate human societies.‘ Martin has many year’s experience in devising and rolling out international advocacy campaigns for NGOs, international organisations and multinational businesses. He was a reporter for The Wall Street Journal for 15 years and continues to be active in journalistic projects. Martin sits … Lire plus
On Saturday, 14 December, ‘Game with Mum & Dad’ was hosred at Opera Prison, one of the three penitentiary institutions in Milan (Italy), where it had already been played earlier this summer. As the prison gym was unavailable, the much-anticipated event between children, imprisoned parents and their families took place in the treatment area hall … Lire plus
On Sunday, December 15, 2024, the third ‘Game with Mum & Dad’ event was hosted at Bremen Prison. Five imprisoned fathers had the opportunity to spend four hours with their children, who ranged in age from one to seventeen. This event took place in the prison gymnasium and was organised by Hoppenbank e.V., a COPE … Lire plus
On Monday, December 2nd, ‘Game with Mum & Dad’ took place at the San Vittore Penitentiary in Milan. This event is a result of months of preparation and meetings involving families, imprisoned parents, their children, staff, educators and prison officers, adhering to a project model developed since 2015 by Bambinisenzasbarre, an Italian NGO member of … Lire plus
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