Lebanon’s children in the aftermath of 2024 hostilities

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Lebanon’s children have suffered devastating consequences of the 2024 hostilities. The escalation of violence has led to loss of life, injuries, and massive displacement among the youngest and most vulnerable members of society. Beyond the immediate physical dangers, these children face long-term challenges, including psychological trauma, disruption of education, and threats to their overall well-being. […]

Abuse and mistreatment of migrant children in Libya’s detention centres

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On their way to Europe, countless refugees and migrant children follow migration routes across Africa. Libya is a key transit point during this journey. Yet inside Libya’s borders, the hardships remain. Reports of abuse, torture and inhuman treatment have emerged from the various detention centres where migrant children are forcibly detained. Alarming as these accounts […]

How child labour fuels Indonesia’s palm oil industry

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Palm oil, the world’s most versatile vegetable oil, is a key ingredient in countless products, from processed foods to cosmetics and even biodiesel (Tullis, 2019). Its multipurpose qualities have led to a high worldwide demand. While good for the economy, its widespread cultivation has led to terrible circumstances for some children in Indonesia who are […]

Addressing risky sexual trends in adolescents with better education

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Dangerous sexual challenges like the “Sex roulette” and the rise of rates of unprotected sex represent a serious threat to adolescents’ health and well-being. However, young people ask for sexuality education and if they cannot find it at school or within the family environment, they look at social media to find answers to their questions […]

The price of social security in El Salvador at the expense of children’s rights

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Almost 3,000 children have been arrested and 1,000 convicted over mostly gang membership-related charges in El Salvador as part of President Nayib Bukele’s so-called “war on gangs”. However, this success has come at a high cost for children’s rights. Children in juvenile detention facilities have reported torture, inhumane and unsanitary conditions, as well as a […]

A new draft law imperils children’s rights and gender equality in Iraq

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In Iraq, a concerning legislative amendment is threatening the rights of children and women. The proposed amendment to the Personal Status Law is designed to legitimise religious marriages, opening the door to child marriages as young as nine years old. Not only does this amendment undermine progress made towards gender equality, but it also places […]

Exposing pedophilia and legal failures in Israel

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Failures in Israel’s legal system, particularly around pedophilia, expose deep-rooted justice and accountability issues affecting society. Offenders exploit Israel’s Law of Return to evade consequences, with high-profile cases like Malka Leifer’s highlighting extradition and legal obstacles. Despite minor reforms, stronger legal measures and international cooperation are needed to address these challenges effectively. Criminal exploitation of […]

Children grappling with the resurgence of armed conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo

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For more than thirty years, the conflict in the DRC has cost the lives of more than six million people, including countless children. Since 2024, with the significant intensification of the conflict, it is appropriate to report the impact of these conflicts on the rights of children, as well as the violations and systemic dysfunctions […]

The dark side of chocolate: child labour in the cocoa industry

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When the world thinks of chocolate, they frequently think of Europe – of countries like Switzerland,  Belgium or the Netherlands – all of which are well known for the high-quality chocolate they produce. The reality, however, is that 70% of the world’s cocoa beans originate in Ivory Coast and Ghana, and over 2 million West African children […]

How the albino myth is endangering Tanzanian children

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In some parts of Africa, there’s a disturbing trade driven by the belief in the supernatural powers of albino body parts. Sadly, children, who are particularly vulnerable, are targeted for ritualistic killings. Regrettably, Tanzania’s response to the crisis has fallen short, with only a fraction of reported cases resulting in successful prosecutions. Recent UN concerns […]