what is LOST2 about?
LOST2 is a project that aims to address the increasing problem of missing people, particularly young people, in Europe. Around 200,000 children are reported missing, but only 33% of them are found.
LOST2 intends to create a unified European system for researching and finding missing people and minors by creating a standard professional profile for “Experts in the Research of Missing People & Minors.”.
The project also aims to establish a standardized level of training that will be recognized in all EU countries.
LOST2 aims to promote social inclusion, particularly among young people, and address the growing issue of missing persons and children in Europe. With 200,000 children being reported missing and only 33% being found, LOST2 recognizes the need to establish a comprehensive European system of research. This involves defining a core professional profile for “Experts in the research of Missing people & and minors” and implementing a high-level training program that would be recognized across the EU.
LOST2 aspires
- The LOST project aims to give visibility and transparency to the professional profile of a Consultant in Information Analysis and Research of Missing Persons, both nationally and at the EU level.
- This goal is to be achieved by recognizing shared training standards and competencies obtained in formal, informal, and non-formal settings.
- The project seeks to analyze, share, enrich and define the proposed qualification, ultimately preparing consistent documentation in line with European standards for professions and qualifications.
- This will enable national and local authorities to verify, validate, and recognize related learning in line with the qualification’s standards.
- The project is also laying the groundwork for future equivalence of the qualification in Europe by following the standards outlined in recent European guidelines.
- Finally, the project aims to expand employment opportunities for these professionals by guaranteeing the usability and transferability of the qualification to all EU countries.
LOST2 is aimed at
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Operators and trainers of technical skills:
Individuals responsible for teaching and training people in the use of technical skills, such as computer programming, engineering, and mechanics. They work in a variety of settings, including schools, businesses, and government agencies. -
Providers of vocational education and training (VET):
Organizations providing training and education for people who want to learn a trade or skill. They offer a variety of programs, including apprenticeships, internships, and classroom instruction. -
Police officers and members of law enforcement agencies: Individuals and dpts. responsible for enforcing the law and protecting the public. They work in a variety of settings, including local, state, and federal agencies. -
Firefighters:
Responsible for fighting fires and providing emergency services. They work in a variety of settings, including fire departments, hospitals, and other public safety agencies. -
Personnel of Secret Services:
Responsible for gathering intelligence and protecting national security. They work in a variety of settings, including government agencies, military organizations, and private companies. -
Civil protection personnel:
Individuals responsible for preparing for and responding to natural disasters and other emergencies. They work in a variety of settings, including government agencies, non-profit organizations, and businesses. -
Private investigators:
These individuals are hired by individuals or organizations to investigate a variety of matters, such as fraud, theft, and missing persons. -
Lawyers who work in investigative fields:
Individuals using their legal skills to investigate and prosecute crimes. They work in a variety of settings, including law firms, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. -
National and local authorities responsible for verifying, validating and recognizing related learning:
Responsible for ensuring that people's learning is recognized and valued. They work in a variety of settings, including government agencies, educational institutions, and businesses. -
Members of Missing People voluntary organizations:
These individuals volunteer their time to help find missing people. They work in a variety of settings, including hotlines, search and rescue teams, and support groups. -
Associations that support families and assist both law enforcement and judicial bodies:
Providing support to families of missing persons and help them navigate the legal system. They work in a variety of settings, including hotlines, support groups, and legal aid clinics.
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Law enforcement agencies and judicial bodies:
These organizations are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crimes. -
Families and local communities:
Often, the first to notice when someone is missing. They can play a vital role in the search for a missing person. -
Operators of hotlines:
These individuals answer calls from people who are concerned about a missing person. They provide information and support to callers and help them connect with the right resources. -
Migration authorities:
These organizations are responsible for managing the flow of people into and out of a country. They work in a variety of settings, including government agencies, embassies, and consulates. -
Guardianship institutions:
These organizations are responsible for protecting the rights of children who are unable to care for themselves. They work in a variety of settings, including group homes, foster care, and adoption agencies. -
Child protection NGOs:
These organizations work to protect the rights of children and prevent child abuse and neglect. They work in a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, and communities. -
Associations working with immigration issues:
These organizations provide support to immigrants and help them navigate the legal system. They work in a variety of settings, including legal aid clinics, community centers, and social service agencies. -
EU representatives from institutions such as the European Parliament Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs:
These individuals represent the interests of the European Union in matters related to civil liberties, justice, and home affairs. They work in a variety of settings, including the European Parliament, the European Commission, and the Council of the European Union. -
Members of the Research Service:
These individuals conduct research on a variety of topics related to civil liberties, justice, and home affairs. They work in a variety of settings, including the European Parliament, the European Commission, and the Council of the European Union. -
The EU Commission, who are responsible for justice and people's rights:
Responsible for developing and implementing policies related to justice and people's rights.
