16 November 2023 Dear SG Guterres, We are alarmed by the escalation of hostilities in Israel and Gaza, and its unconscionable toll on Israeli and Palestinian children. As you noted on November 6, [...]
On July 5, 2023, the United Nations Security Council held its annual open debate on children and armed conflict (CAAC) under the United Kingdom’s presidency. At the open debate, the Special [...]
In 2022, it was reported that 1 in 6 children – or about 449 million – live in a conflict affected area worldwide. The ability for girls and boys to enjoy their most basic rights is significantly [...]
June 2023 – Worldwide, one in six children – or about 449 million – live in conflict zones. Their rights are often affected by the activities of State and non-State parties to armed conflicts. In [...]