Humanium is alarmed by the increasing number of civilian and children victims killed at Gaza in violation of international humanitarian law and children’s rights. The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Navi Pillay, has called into question Israel’s actions in Gaza, saying that there “seems to be a strong possibility that international law has […]
Solidarity, a word that might be too complicated for children. But don’t be too sure, they know very well what solidarity signifies and what it can bring to their lives. “Solidarity is helping others voluntarily.” Nelle and Lisa, aged 8 and 9 years. “It’s to please without asking for anything in exchange.” Maxence, 9 years. […]
MONUSCO As a reflection of the changing political climate in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), in July 2010 the UN revised its mission for the region. To keep the peace at the local level, UN Peacekeepers, or ‘blue helmets’, are permitted to use whatever means necessary to protect civilians, humanitarian aid workers and […]
The Children’s Peace Movement is the realisation of an international project carried out exclusively by children and made possible by UNICEF. This practice, unique in its kind, has mobilised more than three million Colombian children. Graca Macher, instigator of the movement The story begins in 1996, thanks to the visit of Graca Machel, an expert […]
If a vacancy arises, don’t hesitate! Even though Humanium’s interns work from home, thanks to the magic of the internet you will board a train racing at top speed. If your aim is to promote and protect the rights of children, then you have made the right choice. Destination: the world (and more than just […]
A child is a work in progress. This means that he or she is vulnerable and deserves special attention as well as special protection, according to one of the guiding principles of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (‘CRC’). Article 3 of the CRC stipulates that the best interests of the child must […]
The conflict in the Central African Republic (‘CAR’) is worsening every day. With over 500,000 people displaced within the country, children are the most affected by the crisis. This particularly vulnerable population has the right to protection and assistance, which creates a major challenge for humanitarian aid workers. Weapons of war in the hands of […]
The conflict in the Central African Republic (‘CAR’) is worsening every day. With over 500,000 people displaced within the country, children are the most affected by the crisis. This particularly vulnerable population has the right to protection and assistance, which creates a major challenge for humanitarian aid workers. Weapons of war in the hands of […]
While integrating into the Humanium team, I immediately realized that the work would live up to my expectations. And I was right. From volunteer management to project management, all in support for the development of the organization, the activities I was involved in, could not have been more varied and exciting. The online work allowed […]
“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 […]
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