War and conflict are a breeding ground for modern slavery, exploitation, and human trafficking. According to the University of Nottingham's Rights Lab (Rights Lab), slavery and human trafficking is present in 90% of modern wars and conflict zones.
.Rights Lab, Uni of Nottingham #WeAreUoN's Rights Lab, reports that:
🟣Slavery & Trafficking occur in 90% of conflict zones.
The most common forms:
🟣 #ChildSoldiers (in 87% of conflict zones)
🟣 #SexualExploitation (32%)
🟣 #ForcedLabour (21%)
🟣 #HumanTrafficking (14%)
HT The Anti-Slavery Collective
🌐⚡ #Childsoldiers have a staunch advocate in 19-year-old Jason.
As an ambassador for youth and children in the #DemocraticRepublicofCongo , Jason speaks out for #childrights - specifically the protection of children in armed conflict.
#Changemakers #ItTakesAWorld #BeTheChange
Colombian President orders investigation into alleged military recruitment of minors. Public outcry demands transparency. #ChildSoldiers #HumanRights #ColombiaInvestigation
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The youth of Never Again International - Canada are shedding light on the horrific conditions children in armed conflict endure and the need to protect the most vulnerable to build sustainable peace. #Childsoldiers
Children and Armed Conflict 📍 #ACTtoProtect #childsoldiers #Peace