Policy and Cases of Child-Friendly Cities in Germany

Abstract

In this article, I examine German cases of support for the Child-Friendly Cities Initiative and discuss their significance for policymaking in Korea. These cases include child-friendly policies implemented by German federal, state, and local governments, as well as by private organizations. The implications drawn for Korea can be summarized in three key points. First, the related legal frameworks must be amended to ensure continued expert support from the central government and metropolitan municipalities, and to establish a system for service delivery. Second, it is essential to put together manuals and skilled human resources to ensure the participation of children themselves in urban planning and related projects. Third, for the child-friendly city policies to prove effective, they require continuous monitoring and assessment.