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youth protection
The totality of legal regulations and measures intended to protect children and young people in public and from harmful influences. This concerns, for example, the consumption of alcohol and tobacco or access to certain media.
Der Verkauf von harten Alkoholika an 16-Jährige ist ein klarer Verstoß gegen den Jugendschutz.
The sale of hard liquor to 16-year-olds is a clear violation of youth protection laws.
This word is made up of 'Jugend' (youth) and 'Schutz' (protection). The 's' in the middle is a linking s that connects the two parts of the word. So the meaning is literally 'the protection of youth.'
Der Jugendschutz soll Kinder und Jugendliche vor Gefahren bewahren.
Youth protection is meant to protect children and young people from dangers.
Because this is a legal term, 'Jugendschutz' (youth protection) is often used with certain verbs. Common combinations are 'gegen den Jugendschutz verstoßen' (to violate youth protection laws) or 'den Jugendschutz einhalten/beachten' (to comply with/observe youth protection laws).
Der Ladenbesitzer wurde bestraft, weil er gegen den Jugendschutz verstoßen hat.
The shop owner was punished because he had violated youth protection laws.
The term 'Jugendschutz' (youth protection) is the basis for a specific law, 'das Jugendschutzgesetz' (Youth Protection Act, JuSchG). This law regulates many practical things, for example which films children are allowed to watch.
Im Jugendschutzgesetz steht, dass man Zigaretten erst ab 18 Jahren kaufen darf.
The Youth Protection Act says that you may only buy cigarettes from the age of 18.
youth welfare services
'die Jugendhilfe' and 'der Jugendschutz' both have to do with children and young people, which is why they sound similar. But they do not mean the same thing. 'Jugendhilfe' describes support, advice, and help for young people and their families, often through the Jugendamt or social institutions. 'Jugendschutz' refers to rules and measures intended to protect children and young people from dangers, for example involving alcohol, tobacco, or media. The risk of confusion arises because both words sound official and are connected with young people. Memory aid: Jugendhilfe helps and accompanies; Jugendschutz sets limits and protects.
Beim Verkauf von Alkohol muss der Jugendschutz besonders beachtet werden.
When selling alcohol, youth protection rules must be observed especially carefully.
Nach dem Gespräch hat meine Kollegin die Jugendhilfe um Unterstützung für die Familie gebeten.
After the conversation, my colleague asked youth welfare services for support for the family.