83. 民间社会积极介入，预防和应对虐待、忽视、侵害和剥削儿童行为；它们确保儿童拥有合法证件，力求按照儿童最大利益原则具体寻找持久解决方案。许多组织提供教育和医疗援助、社会心理支持、食物、住所、水和卫生服务。一些非政府组织甚至在政府机构严重违规的情况下采取法律行动。
83. Civil society intervenes in the prevention of, and response to, child abuse, neglect, violence and exploitation; it ensures that children have legal documentation and that their specific needs for durable solutions are met in their best interests. Many organizations provide education and medical assistance, psychosocial support, food, shelter and water and sanitation services. Some NGOs have even brought legal action in the case of severe violations by government agencies.