
Some children have permanent disabilities as a result of landmines and other explosive devices, while many more suffer psychological trauma.Ĭonflict disrupts the education of millions of children and schools are increasingly being targeted for attack.įamilies and communities have reduced ability to provide safe and secure environments for children. Those who are able to return home are often left as the heads of their households. Many children are displaced because of war. Heightened levels of conflict, separation, displacement, and the breakdown of formal and informal protection systems make girls and boys particularly vulnerable to acts of violence.

Canada's efforts to promote international human rights, inclusive governance and democracyĪround 250 million children live in fragile and conflict-affected areas.


