On 14 of November 2025, Law and Internet Foundation participated in VOICE IT 2025 - the largest youth forum of the National Network for Children and MEGAFON Youth Network, bringing together hundreds of young people, institutions, specialists, and civil society organisations to discuss key issues related to children’s rights and well-being. This year, our participation was dedicated to presenting the iCare2 project, with a particular focus on one of its core topics - child mediation.
At our information booth, we engaged with numerous young people, parents, teachers, and professionals from the social and educational sectors. We discussed in depth what mediation is and, more importantly, how it can be adapted to ensure that it is safe, supportive, and effective for children. We explained that child-friendly mediation is a conflict resolution approach that places the child at the centre, respects their voice, and provides them with a structured and sensitive environment in which they can participate meaningfully.
We also shared concrete examples from the work carried out under iCare2. The project develops tools, training materials, and good practices that help professionals work with children in situations of conflict, including online disputes, peer-related tensions, or difficult communication between children and adults. Many visitors expressed interest in how mediation can prevent escalation, improve communication within families and schools, and create a safer environment where children feel comfortable expressing their feelings and opinions.
The topic sparked strong interest among the young participants themselves. They shared their own experiences with resolving conflicts - both offline and in digital spaces - and asked questions about the role of the mediator, the ways in which their voices can be heard, and the practical situations in which mediation might support them.
Our participation in VOICE IT 2025 was an invaluable opportunity to present the Foundation’s work and the contribution of the iCare2 project toward creating a safer, more supportive, and fairer environment for children. We are grateful to the National Network for Children for the invitation and for hosting an event that genuinely amplifies the voices of young people. We look forward to future initiatives where we can continue promoting child participation and effective approaches to conflict resolution.
