Editorial: El Mundo

• Child poverty in Spain is considered a social emergency, placing Spain as the last in Europe.
• 34.5% of minors in Spain are at social exclusion risk, a figure that exceeds the European average by 10 points.
• The average monthly cost of raising children has increased by 13% compared to 2022, raising the probability of being in poverty by 70% who have minors in their charge.
• Child poverty has a significant negative impact on terms of health, educational performance, and job opportunities.
• The solution implies the implementation of public policies, with a global scope, that range from education to the fiscal system, as well as family support measures.

Conclusion: It is necessary and urgent to implement comprehensive strategies to address the multiple factors contributing to child poverty to reduce its prevalence in Spain.

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