Ongoing conflict in Myanmar has forced thousands of children to flee to Thailand, where they face significant barriers to accessing education. Despite legal provisions guaranteeing their right to schooling, many migrant children struggle with issues such as legal status, language barriers, and financial hardship. To ensure their right to education is upheld, greater collaboration between […]
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 […]
New Zealand (known by its Māori name Aotearoa, which translates to “land of the long white cloud”) prides itself on values of equality and fairness, yet significant inequities persist within its education system, particularly for Māori (the country’s indigenous population) and Pasifika (South Pacific Islanders and their descendants) students (Jiaheng, 2024). Despite the overall high […]
Malnutrition is a critical issue in Pakistan, especially among children (ANII, 2024). Recent reports highlight the highest documented rates of malnutrition to ever be recorded in the country. The situation is a complex crisis, with several factors contributing to malnutrition. Malnutrition among children globally According to the World Health Organization, malnutrition is defined as deficiencies, […]
Girls living with an autism spectrum disorder throughout the United States of America are being overlooked and misdiagnosed. Autism has historically focused exclusively on young white boys. This inadequate research and testing leave girls and girls of colour in particular feeling misunderstood without proper support and diagnosis. Defining autism spectrum disorder (ASD) According to the […]
With the increased use of assisted human reproduction, anonymous gamete donation presents a growing concern for donor-conceived children. Historically, donor-conceived children have been left with minimal protection for their physical and mental wellbeing. It is crucial to ensure access to verifiable information such as donor medical history and ongoing relevant health information to fulfill the […]
While the climate crisis is experienced by all, marginalized groups are often disproportionately impacted by its negative effects. This is the reality for Indigenous children living on reserves in Canada. The climate crisis not only threatens Indigenous children’s right to health and safety but also results in their loss of land, culture, and livelihood. Canada […]
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