By Geoffrey Omony Children are often the most vulnerable group in any conflict. They face the brunt of violence, displacement, and trauma. When societies transition from conflict to peace, children are at the heart of any effort to rebuild a safe, secure, and sustainable future. In post-conflict settings, addressing children’s needs ensures their protection and […]

GNRC Sixth Forum Children’s Consultations In North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where 540 schools have closed in the last one year (190 since January 2024) due to insecurity, children are demanding the right to education.  Protracted conflict in the country has not only disrupted education for hundreds of thousands of children, it has also left

GNRC Sixth Forum Children’s Consultations One of the main concerns raised by children who took part in a national consultation in Panama ahead of the GNRC Sixth Forum was being able to leave their homes and go to the mall or play in the street without having to worry about their safety.  Twenty-seven children from

Mudassar Ahmad Tahir GNRC Country Communication Associate, Pakistan Children in conflict zones worldwide face numerous challenges that severely impact their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. The risk of injury or death due to violence is a constant threat, as children may be directly targeted or caught in the crossfire. Displacement is another critical issue, forcing