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Conference explores on the return of deported Ukrainian children

On 15 May, FRA took part in a conference in Helsinki that focused on the return of deported Ukrainian children. FRA contributed to the panel looking at the illegality of deporting Ukrainian children, accountability and restoration of justice.

FRA highlighted the findings of its work with focus on Ukraine and selected child rights work. 

The conference brought together representatives of European parliamentary assemblies, international organisations, research, and civil society who discussed how best to coordinate their joint efforts in support of children deported from Ukraine. 

The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe and Finnish Parliament organised the event.