Children and armed conflict

Definition

Children are impacted by armed conflict in various ways, including being killed, recruited as soldiers, sexually exploited, abducted, their schools and hospitals attacked, and humanitarian services denied. NATO Leaders have adopted practical measures to address violations against children in war zones, integrating UN resolutions into operational activities. These include appointing focal points for Children and Armed Conflict to maintain dialogue with the UN. NATO's commitment to implementing UN resolutions on child protection led to developing a policy that includes training troops to recognise and report violations, incorporating child protection into exercises, and collaborating with the UN throughout missions.

Source

https://www.nato.int/cps/en/natohq/topics_181779.htm#children

Key words

Children

Armed Conflict

Violations

Recruitment

Sexual Exploitation

Abduction

Schools and Hospitals

Humanitarian Services

UN Resolutions

Child Protection