This section is divided into 7 parts. The information included here can be used to support advocacy efforts for diversion and alternatives with government and civil society partners, with the general public and with other stakeholders.
A. Child rights & the international legal framework
B. Child development & psychology
C. Society
C1. Public safety & recidivism
C2. Conflict resolution & victim/survivor impact
D. Government
D1. Cost effectiveness
D2. National security
E. Professionals
E1. Professionalism, job satisfaction & morale
F. Why does UNICEF promote diversion & alternatives?
F1. Mandate
F2. Technical support
G. Summary of why diversion & alternatives are important
This summarises the reasons given in the previous sections into a simple reference document which can be used for advocacy and communication purposes.
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