The Chongqing procuratorates’ juvenile protection work team, recently honored as the ‘Role Model of the Times,’ shared their inspiring journey at an event held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The event, co-organized by the Communist Party of China Central Committee’s Publicity Department, the Political and Legal Affairs Commission, the Supreme People’s Procuratorate, and the CPC Chongqing Municipal Committee, highlighted the team’s dedication to safeguarding the rights and well-being of minors. Six representatives from the team recounted their experiences, emphasizing the dual importance of legal rigor and human compassion in juvenile protection. Chen Wenqing, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, praised the team’s efforts and urged nationwide legal institutions to emulate their approach. Established in 2004, the team has evolved from a single post to a robust network of 45 posts with over 500 members, handling cases and providing comprehensive protection for minors. Guided by the principle of ‘wishing every child to grow up better,’ the team has significantly contributed to the healthy development of minors and the efficiency of child protection governance.