New Appointments to the Child Protection Commission in Funchal
Madeira GuideDuarte Correia and Vera Duarte have been elected to the Child Protection Commission in Funchal, reflecting a commitment to safeguarding youth in the region.
In a significant development for child welfare in Madeira, Duarte Miguel Correia and Vera Duarte have been elected to the Commission for the Protection of Children and Young People (CPCJ) in Funchal. Their appointment was confirmed during a regular session of the Municipal Assembly of Funchal on April 29, 2026, held at the Civic Center of SĂŁo Martinho.
The CPCJ is a non-judicial official body with functional autonomy, tasked with promoting the rights and protection of minors at risk. It plays a crucial role in preventing and addressing risks to children's safety, health, education, and development.
Profiles of the Appointed Members
Duarte Miguel Correia, aged 32, was nominated by the CDS-PP party. He holds a degree in Social Work from the University of Lisbon and has extensive experience in the social and community sectors. Since 2021, he has served as a social worker at the ASA â Association for the Development of Santo AntĂłnio, working closely with families and local communities.
Correia's background includes roles as a senior rehabilitation technician at the Cancela Prison and as a social worker at the SĂŁo Martinho Community Center. He has also completed an internship with the community centers team at the Madeira Social Security Institute. His additional training includes the Be(A)Live program, which focused on preventing risky behaviors among youth.
Vera Duarte's appointment, although less detailed in available sources, is also part of the coalition's efforts to strengthen the CPCJ's capabilities.
The Role of LĂșcia Carolina de Caires
In a related development, the nurse LĂșcia Carolina de Caires was elected to the extended committee of the CPCJ. Her election was notable for receiving strong support from municipal deputies, thus securing one of the four municipal representation seats in the CPCJ.
De Caires, a graduate of the Madeira Nursing School, has been active in the healthcare sector since 2008, with experience in inpatient care, surgery, and internal medicine. Her work with children in clinical settings is particularly emphasized, which will be beneficial in her new role.
The inclusion of these members is seen as a strategic move to enhance the CPCJ's ability to address the complex and sensitive issues surrounding child protection in Funchal.
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