Abstract Among vulnerable groups, the most important social category, from the point of view of the evolution of the human species and society, is that of children. This paper examines the measures for protecting children from transnational families in Romania through the analysis of national legislative and policy documents, along with relevant European strategic frameworks, and a longitudinal descriptive analysis of statistical data from 2015–2023. The qualitative component evaluates the coherence between Romanian policies and EU objectives, while the quantitative analysis highlights trends and territorial disparities in the number of children with parents working abroad. The findings indicate a general decrease in reported cases but also persistent data gaps, uneven implementation across regions, and limited institutional capacity. The study concludes that improving data collection practices, strengthening interinstitutional coordination, and developing targeted interventions - especially in high-risk areas - are essential for enhancing the protection and well-being of children in transnational families. These measures would help close the gap between legislation and practice and contribute to more effective and sustainable future policies.
Ana-Maria Teleoacă (Sun,) studied this question.
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