Fără părinți, GPS sau smartphone: aventura prin care belgienii îi învață pe copii să devină independenți

In Belgium, scout organizations engage children as young as 11 in outdoor adventures without adult supervision, promoting independence and problem-solving skills. During summer expeditions, groups navigate to camps, sometimes covering up to 30 kilometers. While they lack constant adult presence, emergency phones are available for safety. This experience contrasts with the smartphone-dominated childhood in many European families, where constant monitoring is common. Psychologist Jonathan Haidt advocates for more autonomy for children, emphasizing the importance of unsupervised play and responsibility. Participants learn essential life skills, preparing them for future challenges.