The Spanish Government has formally included the universal child benefit in its Sustainable Development Strategy, a roadmap featuring 100 key measures to be implemented by 2030
This policy—a long-standing demand of the Spanish Federation of Large Families (FEFN)—remains pending in Spain, leaving the country as one of the few EU member states yet to adopt such a measure.
While the inclusion of this aid in the 2030 Strategy signals a formal commitment to child protection, the proposal currently lacks a concrete timeline and a dedicated budget.
Key Demands from the FEFN
The FEFN continues to advocate for the immediate rollout of this benefit, emphasizing the following pillars:
- Childhood as a policy priority: Protecting the youngest members of society must be the cornerstone of social policy.
- Direct & universal support: The benefit serves as a tangible support measure for all children, regardless of their family structure.
- Equal opportunities: Establishing this benefit would promote social equity by guaranteeing a baseline of well-being for upbringing and education.
- The European Standard: 17 EU countries already provide universal child benefits (ranging from €100 to €200 per month) until the age of 18.
The FEFN maintains that the most effective way to protect children is by supporting the families who raise them. Spain must align its investment in child welfare with the standards of its European neighbors.