Factors that interfere with the confrontation of child violence by guardianship counselors

Abstract

This research aimed to identify factors that interfere in the confrontation of child violence by guardianship counselors. To that end, 20 professionals were interviewed who work in the city of Palmas, Tocantins, Brazil, and the data was submitted to Content Analysis. It was identified that, the lack of knowledge and skills to identify children at risk or situation of violence, the involvement of families in cases, poor material resources, insufficient quantification of professionals, network failures of child protection, cultural stereotypes, professional devaluation and impunity of the aggressor, interfere in the confrontation of child violence by these professionals. Thus, in order for the Guardianship Council to be able to fully exercise its functions and contribute to the interruption of the cycle of child violence, investments in various areas are required, such as qualification of guardianship counselors, through the provision of periodic courses, and sufficient material and human resources, in order to contribute to the implementation of integrated, intersectoral and resolute actions.