September 9, 2025|
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|3 months agoSwitzerland Enshrines Non-Violent Parenting in Civil Code
Swiss parliament approves landmark legislation explicitly banning violence in child-rearing, with new provisions for family counseling support services.

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- The Swiss Senate approved an amendment to the Civil Code explicitly banning violence in child-rearing.
- The vote passed with 33 votes in favor, 4 against, and 7 abstentions.
- Cantons are now legally required to ensure access to counseling services for parents and children.
By The Numbers
1 in 5
children experiencing psychological violence
Almost 50%
children experiencing domestic violence
33 to 4
Senate vote margin
They Said
"Parents must bring up children without the use of violence."
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