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Switzerland Moves to Legally Protect Children from Smacking

5/7/2025

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Switzerland is taking a bold step towards nurturing a kinder future, as the National Council voted 134 to 56 to legally protect children from smacking. This groundbreaking bill, championed by Christine Bulliard-Marbach, seeks to eliminate corporal punishment and foster non-violent parenting. Next, it heads to the Senate for further consideration.

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Story summary

Switzerland is taking a bold step towards nurturing a kinder future, as the National Council voted 134 to 56 to legally protect children from smacking. This groundbreaking bill, championed by Christine Bulliard-Marbach, seeks to eliminate corporal punishment and foster non-violent parenting. Next, it heads to the Senate for further consideration.