Joint Statement by the Special Representatives of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict and on Violence Against Children. The conflict and continued use of bombs and drones across the Middle East are…
"We meet today once again in a challenging world, where children are paying the highest price. Their protection and wellbeing are undermined by increasing conflicts, displacement, poverty, violence and multiple deprivations,”…
The rapidly escalating military operations in Iran and the region are devastating and present a serious threat to children. We are deeply alarmed by attacks on civilians, including civilian infrastructures, schools, and…
From 1 to 5 December 2025, Dr Najat Maalla M’jid, the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence against Children, undertook an official visit to Gabon, at the invitation of the Government of…
Dear All Children, Thank you for your strong activism and engagement in our work to end violence against children! You continue to show the world that ending violence against children - together WITH CHILDREN - is possible…
Leaders and advocates from governments, international organizations, and civil society gathered yesterday, 6th November, at United Nations Headquarters to strengthen their collective engagement to protect every child from…
Presenting her report to Member States, Dr. Maalla M'jid noted that while violence against children has never been so prevalent, "an exceptional movement of States and global champions determined to make child protection a…
Ministers and representatives from ten American nations*, regional bodies, UN agencies, municipalities, civil society organizations, and children gathered in Mexico City for a crucial two-day meeting to advance commitments…