And this summer, ‘The Smile of the Child“It implements a nationwide information campaign with the aim of raising the awareness of society and protecting children and adolescents who are experiencing difficult or dangerous conditions in their family or social environment.
Through the campaign, it seeks to be given to each child The ability to speak, seek help and find substantial support through the SOS 1056 national telephone line and Chat 1056.
Not all summers bright
Help is just a phone call away
For many children and adolescents, summer is neither carefree nor relaxing. It is a time that can bring isolation, intensity, insecurity and, in some cases, fear. The absence of school means more hours at home – an environment that, for some children, is not always safe.
In cases of abuse, neglect or domestic violence, daily life can become unbearable.
At such critical moments, the Line SOS 1056 and CHAT 1056 From “The Smile of the Child” it operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, offering immediate and specialized help to every child or teenager who feels fear, threat or has nowhere to turn.
The line is staffed by psychologists and social workers who offer support, guidance and – where required – immediate intervention. The calls are anonymous and free of charge from a landline or mobile phone.
National Telephone SOS 1056 – Chat 1056
- For cases of abuse
- For feelings of loneliness, fear or threat
- For every moment a child or teenager feels he has no one