Suspected child at risk

When should you report?

All children have the right to a safe and secure upbringing. Is concern enough? Yes. You do not need proof—suspicion of harm, such as violence or abuse, is sufficient.

You can report to Social Services or the police.

Make a report

Private individuals

You may remain anonymous. Do not provide name, address, or phone number. Make the report as detailed as possible, since Social Services cannot contact you afterward.

Professionals working with children and young people

• Mandatory duty to report: You must report if you suspect a child is at risk.
• Informing guardians: Inform guardians first—except if you suspect assault or other abuse. In those cases, contact Social Services immediately and do not inform the guardians. Social Services will assess the child’s need for immediate protection.

Note: As a mandated reporter, you cannot remain anonymous.

Make a report:

• E-service: Reports submitted in the evening or on weekends are received on the next working day.
• Written report by post:
  
  Bodens kommun
  Socialförvaltningen
  Individ- och familjeomsorg
  961 20 Boden.
  
  
• Telephone: Call the Intake Team at +46 921 629 99 during office hours.

Advice

Private individuals

Unsure whether your concern is serious enough? You do not need to say which child it concerns and you may remain anonymous.

Professionals working with children and young people

You cannot be anonymous when making a report, but for advice you do not need to state which child it concerns.

Contact

Call the Team Mottagning at +46 921 629 99 for advice.

Written report