Defence for Children International Italy (DCI Italy) is based in Rome. It officially started its activities in March 2007.

The idea of establishing the organization dates back 2005 when a group of  people working in the field of international cooperation and human rights decided to create an independent, voluntary organization in the framework of a global movement based on the CRC’s principles and vision.

The intention was to set up an open organization which would be able to promote  childrens’ rights without fear of openly analysing and denouncing violations, whilst also proposing innovative ways for understanding the problems and identifying solutions.

DCI Italy, in connection with its International network and the DCI Secretariat, focuses its actions on activities concerning juvenile justice and children in conflict with the law.

Defence for Children Italy is willing to develop its governance body and its actions through the participation of everyone who identifies with  the organization’s mission and its statute.