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One in two Romanian children left behind by migrant parents take on adult roles, Save the Children warns

July 18, 2025

More than half of Romanian children left behind by parents working abroad are forced to take on adult responsibilities, while family separation often lasts for years, according to a new survey by Save the Children Romania. The organization is calling for urgent funding to support dedicated services for these children, who remain largely invisible in public policy.

The 2025 survey, based on responses from children enrolled in Save the Children programs, found that 56% have had at least...

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https://www.romania-insider.com/children-romania-parents-abroad-july-2025
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