Argentina
In Argentina, safeguarding frameworks for children and adults are shaped by a strong human rights approach, with legal protections in place but challenges in consistency and access. Child protection is governed by the Law on the Comprehensive Protection of the Rights of Children and Adolescents (Law 26.061), which promotes children’s rights to safety, education, and wellbeing. Local and national child protection agencies work to intervene in cases of abuse, neglect, or exploitation, though implementation can vary by region, particularly between urban and rural areas. Adult safeguarding—particularly in cases involving gender-based violence, disability, and elder abuse—is addressed through laws such as the Law for the Integral Protection of Women (Law 26.485) and the Law on the Rights of Older Persons. While Argentine students may be aware of these formal structures, cultural norms around privacy, family loyalty, and emotional strength may influence their willingness to disclose personal issues or seek institutional support, especially if they feel it could reflect negatively on themselves or others.
Mental health in Argentina is increasingly recognised as a key component of public health, with significant legal progress such as the National Mental Health Law (Law 26.657), which promotes community-based care and the integration of mental health into general healthcare. Argentina has a strong tradition of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy, particularly in urban areas like Buenos Aires, where mental health support is widely accepted among younger populations. However, stigma still exists, especially around more severe mental illnesses or in more conservative communities. Access to quality mental health care can also be limited in rural areas or for those with fewer resources. Argentine students in the UK may be open to using mental health services but might prefer informal, conversational approaches, or hesitate if they perceive services as overly clinical or impersonal. UK university professionals can support these students by offering warm, inclusive, and student-led mental health services, highlighting confidentiality and self-care. Services that prioritise trust, autonomy, and open dialogue—possibly including peer support or culturally informed communication—can help foster engagement and comfort.
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Provides care, education, and healthcare to orphaned and abandoned children.
https://www.sos-childrensvillages.org/where-we-help/americas/argentina
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Advocates for children's rights and provides protection initiatives.
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Fights against human trafficking and offers assistance to victims of sexual exploitation.
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Formed by mothers of trafficked daughters, aiming to end trafficking and support victims.
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Works to combat gender-based violence and discrimination, promoting women's rights.
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Supports the protection of human rights and counters violence, abuse, and neglect of older people.
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Committed to improving older people's quality of life through research and training.
https://www.helpage.org/global-network/latin-america-and-the-caribbean/south-america/
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Provides integrated support programs for individuals with mental health issues and their families.
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A twelve-step program for recovery from mental and emotional illness.
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