Generations of children growing up in the Kakuma Refugee Camp 

Posted on Posted in Children's Rights, Health, Human Rights, refugees, violence

Kakuma Refugee Camp, located in northwestern Kenya, has evolved from a temporary shelter into one of the world’s largest refugee settlements. Originally intended to house displaced individuals fleeing conflicts in Sudan, Ethiopia, and Somalia, the camp now hosts refugees from various nations. Among them, there are many children facing severe challenges in accessing their fundamental […]

The current state of child labour in cobalt mines in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Posted on Posted in Children's Rights, Explotation, Health, Human Rights, Labour, Poverty

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is home to over 50% of the world’s cobalt reserves. Cobalt is an essential mineral for rechargeable batteries used in electric vehicles, smartphones, and renewable energy technologies. However, this critical resource comes at a staggering human cost: the exploitation of child labour in artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM). […]

The ongoing removal of Aboriginal children from their families of origin in Australia 

Posted on Posted in Children's Rights, Explotation, Human Rights, Indigenous people

Despite a national apology nearly two decades ago, Australia’s First Nations children are still being removed from their families of origin at alarming rates. In Western Australia, Aboriginal children make up only 7 percent of the child population but nearly 60 percent of those placed in out-of-home care. The government must urgently strengthen support for […]

Paris parents’ protest reignites debate on France’s education crisis

Posted on Posted in Children's Rights, Education, Human Rights

In Paris, parents are demonstrating in the face of persistent difficulties that compromise their children’s access to quality education: increasingly frequent class closures, unreplaced absences and a general deterioration in teaching. At the same time, more and more teachers are leaving the profession due to low pay, deteriorated working conditions and lack of institutional support. […]

Water crisis in Niger threatens children’s health and education

Posted on Posted in Children's Rights, Education, Health, Poverty

Niger is grappling with a severe water crisis that has left many children without access to clean drinking water and proper sanitation. Climate change, desertification, and weak infrastructure worsen water scarcity, putting children’s health and education at risk. As preventable diseases and malnutrition rise, the lack of WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) services continues to […]

Myanmar children continue to fight for their right to education in Thailand 

Posted on Posted in Children's Rights, Education, Migration, refugees

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 […]

Guatemala’s efforts fall short in protecting girls from sexual violence

Posted on Posted in Children's Rights, Explotation, Human Rights, violence

Sexual violence against girls is a widespread and deeply rooted issue in Guatemala, often used as a tool to control and harm their bodies and futures. The alarming numbers of reported cases of sexual violence by girls have pushed the government to adopt a social protection programme called “Vida Programme” which is aimed at providing […]

The horrifying impact of knife crime on youth in England and Wales

Posted on Posted in Children's Rights, Human Rights, violence

The last ten years have seen an alarming and continued rise in knife-enabled crime in England and Wales. Driven by an underlying, growing serious youth violence epidemic, and enabled by continued legislative and policy deficiencies, the crime has become one of the most widespread risks to child safety. Though recent developments point to a positive […]

Syria’s explosive remnants endanger a generation of innocents

Posted on Posted in Children's Rights, Human Rights, violence

The Syrian conflict has left a devastating legacy of unexploded ordnance (UXO) and landmines, posing a persistent threat to the lives of children. In the first months of 2025, the situation worsened, with over 100 children killed by these remnants of war in a single month alone. Historical and political background Syria’s civil war began […]

The current impact of virtual reality (VR) technology on children’s rights 

Posted on Posted in Children's Rights, Digital Environment, Education

Virtual reality (VR) technology has rapidly evolved, offering immersive experiences that blur the lines between the digital and physical worlds. As VR becomes popular, especially in the United States, it raises questions about its impact on children’s rights. This growing use of VR presents opportunities and challenges for children’s well-being and development. What is virtual […]