A recent editorial by Laurence de Charette sharply criticizes the current state of France’s child welfare system, labeling it “The Great Abandonment.” The piece highlights a breakdown in protective measures for vulnerable children, noting a lack of clear boundaries and accountability. The system is reportedly plagued by open-access facilities overwhelmed with cases and institutions that deflect responsibility onto one another. This results in children falling through the cracks and a loss of effective protection. De Charette argues that the entire system has lost its core purpose and fails to adequately safeguard those in need, requiring urgent reform and a renewed focus on child well-being. The editorial points to a critical deficiency in defining limits and ensuring proper care within the social support network.