By KUNA,
London : A British-based charity is sending child protection experts to China in an attempt to help young people cope with the trauma caused by the earthquake, it was announced here Wednesday.
“Save the Children” said the advisers would be part of an international team offering expertise on how best to deal with the stress caused by the disaster and its aftermath. The charity said it had signed an agreement with the Chinese Red Cross to set up “child friendly” spaces in temporary shelters in Deyang and Mianyang, two of the worst affected areas.
Children will be able to play and talk about their experiences and have access to books and learning materials.
The charity will also be looking at working with the Chinese government to provide support in tracing and reunifying families.
The move by Save the Children comes after the confirmed death toll from the disaster rose to 40,075, according to reports here.
Chinese officials have said the final number killed by the quake was expected to be more than 50,000.