“Living and working with children, defending their rights, as I’ve always done, is something that builds unique strength. In times of war and unhappiness, it’s always children who get me through the day. You see such hope in their eyes. Children are the architects of hope.” Marguerite Barankitse The Children’s Nobel Laureate and the recipient […]
Sexual violence and armed conflict Sexual violence is a common tactic during armed conflict. Examples of which can be seen during the conflicts in Bosnia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Sierra Leone. No matter where the conflict occurs, sexual violence frequently follows, targeting not only women, but also young girls, boys and men. […]
Despite a decrease in the number of children killed and injured during combat in Iraq, the international community condemns the violation of children’s rights linked to the direct and indirect effects of the regional conflict. Children in the grip of terrorist organisations The United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq thus issues warnings about the situation of children involved […]
Despite a decrease in the number of children killed and injured during combat in Iraq, the international community condemns the violation of children’s rights linked to the direct and indirect effects of the regional conflict. Children in the grip of terrorist organisations The United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq thus issues warnings about the situation of children involved […]
The Central African Republic has experienced political crises since its independence 55 years ago. A Chaotic Political Situation The reign of François Bozizé these past 10 years has been marked by confrontations with the population, notably the Séléka movement. This movement is the union of 5 rebel troops who overthrew the government in March 2013. […]
In the absence of national statistics on the subject, it is very difficult to estimate the number of children born of relationships, both consensual and forced, between Iraqi women and Al Qaeda fighters. During the chaotic war period in Iraq, many religious marriages were organized, most of which were forced. Eager to spread their message, […]
Myanmar, also known as Burma, has seen many great changes in recent times. Political Context: In 2007, backed by Buddhist monks, the Burmese people peacefully demonstrated against the military government. Then in 2011, a civilian power officially succeeded the military Junta that had governed the country for almost 50 years, although in reality, the military […]
Chemical Attack in Syria: Syrian opposition group claim more than 1,300 dead, including hundreds of children. Lifeless bodies lay scattered on the ground. Children were convulsing, mouths hanging open and eyes rolling back into their head. Those were the images from the terrible massacre in Syria on Wednesday, August 21, 2013, from chemical weapons. Warning: […]
Syrian children are the first victims of conflict. Often witnesses and targets of violence, they are leaving the country for refugee camps in foreign countries. Not only have children often been victims of mistreatment, abuse, and sexual violence, but they have also been deported, imprisoned, and tortured. The vital needs of refugee children There have […]
Humanium helps the villagers of Azakusamudram, in the Southeast of India, with a new global project centred on mutual aid and sustainable development. During 24 months, Humanium and its local partners are going to support the village of Azakusamudram by displaying 7 additional programs of support in Education, Health, Microfinance, Human Rights, Environment, Citizenship and […]
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