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Guardianship and Temporary Placement in International Child Matters in Rotterdam

Guardianship provides temporary authority in crises for Rotterdam asylum children, regulated via Youth Act and treaties. Local Rotterdam Child Protection Board coordinates while preserving biological rights.

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Guardianship and Temporary Placement in International Child Matters in Rotterdam

In Rotterdam, with its large port and diverse asylum population, guardianship differs from adoption and serves as an interim form for crisis placements or for refugee children from Syria and Eritrea. This is regulated in the Youth Act and the Hague Child Abduction Convention, with an active role for the Rotterdam Child Protection Board.

Legal Frameworks

  • Youth Act art. 36-41 (guardianship).
  • Hague Guardianship Convention 1996.
  • Civil Code Book 1, art. 1:251-257.
  • Local application via Rotterdam District Court and International Child Protection Centre (CIKA).

Guardianship Procedure in Rotterdam

  1. Appointment of guardians: Rotterdam District Court appoints foster families or guardians from local networks.
  2. Temporary placement: Max. 2 years in Rotterdam reception, extendable via youth care providers.
  3. Transition to adoption: Possible after screening by Safe at Home Rotterdam.

Differences with Adoption

AspectGuardianshipAdoption
AuthorityTemporaryPermanent
Biological rightsRemain in existenceTerminated
Local coordinationRotterdam Child Protection BoardAdoption Centre South Holland

Application for Rotterdam refugee children via COA reception in the region; CIKA and Rotterdam Youth Care coordinate. Costs lower: €5,000-€15,000, with municipal subsidies.