Children are nursing and housework, is that natural?Right to play, learn, and grow: Asahi Shimbun Digital

　In various parts of the world, the situation of children who have to take care and labor for "family" is becoming clear.The situation where SOS can be hunted down without being able to emit SOS is the same in developed countries and developing countries.The initiative has begun to see what the support should be.

　Although there is no legal definition, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare is generally under 18 years of age, saying that it is a child who regularly cares for housework and family care on behalf of adults.People from the age of 18 to generally in their 30s are called "Youth Career", and some people are worried about going to school or having a job.The pioneering support is defined as a law under the age of 18, but the age and care of Young Kerlers vary from country to country.

"The teacher holds the key"

　About 1 hour by train and bus to the south from the center of London.We visited the Suton Careers Center (SCC) in early November, in the suburban city of Suton.It is a pioneer in the UK, which is active in the UK in 1992.

　There were 11 children in a room with desks, chairs and sofas.A child who expands the mathematics collection.A child heading to a computer for research.A child sits down on a carpet and chatts with his friends.Both are children who are continuously supported by the group, and this day was a day to do homework once a week.

　"Do you know how to solve it?" "What if this is more noticeable?"The instructor of the instructor turns around and consults with his homework.The girl who painted silently on the desk gently presented juice."I'm good. Do you take a break?"The girl received a little juice.

　Children who have finished their homework naturally gather and chat and start card games.Occasionally, bright laughter overlap, and the room was wrapped in a peaceful atmosphere.

　"It's important for them to think first about themselves," said SCC President Rachel McLoud.The circumstances that children take care of vary, such as schizophrenia, wheelchair life, and alcohol dependence.There are few children who are tired both physically and mentally and seek help, and "many children are bullying because of different circumstances from other children," says McLaudd.

　At the beginning of the activity, he started with a bowling tournament for "breathing."Currently searching for children who need support and cooperating with local schools.We also provide support using psychotherapy.

　Julia, a veteran supporter ...