On February 10, deputies of the state Congress in Colima, Mexico, introduced a legislative initiative aimed at preventing and eradicating the recruitment of children and adolescents by criminal organizations. This initiative, led by deputies Israel González Mendoza and María Cristina Lupién Ventura from the Movimiento Ciudadano party, seeks to create a new legal framework that emphasizes preventive measures, inter-institutional coordination, and the restoration of rights.

The proposed law, titled 'Law to Prevent and Eradicate the Recruitment and Use of Children and Adolescents in the State of Colima,' addresses the serious issue of child recruitment by highlighting its implications on the lives of young individuals. The legislative document underscores that the recruitment of minors represents one of the most severe forms of violence, as it not only disrupts their life projects but also normalizes violence, exposing children to exploitation and criminality.

Colima, according to the document, faces structural conditions that exacerbate the vulnerability of minors to such recruitment. The proposed initiative aims to create a legal framework that not only prevents recruitment but also provides mechanisms for support and restitution of rights for affected children and adolescents, reflecting a strong commitment from local lawmakers to address this urgent social issue and protect the rights of the youngest citizens in the region.