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Don't switch off the world's children have never needed you more

We must work together to ensure the fulfillment of children's rights, especially in the face of global crises.

Illinois prohibits corporal punishment in all schools

Illinois will become the fifth state to ban corporal punishment in all schools.

Don't switch off the world's children have never needed you more

We must work together to ensure the fulfillment of children's rights, especially in the face of global crises.

Illinois prohibits corporal punishment in all schools

Illinois will become the fifth state to ban corporal punishment in all schools.
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Violence against children worldwide at an 'all-time high' DW 12/08/2024

One in six children lives in war zones, facing unprecedented levels of violence and significant risks to their lives and rights.
#education

Ciara Kelly: In Iraq the age of consent for girls may soon be nine. In Afghanistan women have been banned from speaking aloud. Why are we not out marching?

Nine-year-old girls in Iraq may be legally permitted to marry and consent to sex, raising serious concerns about their rights and childhood.

Ilford: The school where teachers never shout at children

Positive reinforcement over punishment
Focus on empathy and dialogue rather than shouting

Ciara Kelly: In Iraq the age of consent for girls may soon be nine. In Afghanistan women have been banned from speaking aloud. Why are we not out marching?

Nine-year-old girls in Iraq may be legally permitted to marry and consent to sex, raising serious concerns about their rights and childhood.

Ilford: The school where teachers never shout at children

Positive reinforcement over punishment
Focus on empathy and dialogue rather than shouting
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Haiti's children dragged into hell' as gang violence rages

Haiti's children face a choice between joining gangs or enduring violence and poverty, reflecting the broader societal instability.

Grimes says she was 'going bankrupt' during custody battle with Elon Musk

Grimes details emotional and financial struggles during her custody battle with Elon Musk, emphasizing the inequities in their resources.

'I do not want to spank them'

'Pamamalo', or corporal punishment, remains prevalent in Filipino households despite evidence of its harmful effects on children.
#police-misconduct

'Small' boy put in handcuffs for 'longer than necessary' in Croydon stop and search

Police misconduct was highlighted in the stop of a schoolboy, particularly regarding excessive force and handling of minors.

Met officers who restrained boy, 14, on ground committed misconduct

Met Police officers committed misconduct by handcuffing a 14-year-old schoolboy during a stop and search for an unreasonable duration.

'Small' boy put in handcuffs for 'longer than necessary' in Croydon stop and search

Police misconduct was highlighted in the stop of a schoolboy, particularly regarding excessive force and handling of minors.

Met officers who restrained boy, 14, on ground committed misconduct

Met Police officers committed misconduct by handcuffing a 14-year-old schoolboy during a stop and search for an unreasonable duration.
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Children from Indonesia, Syria and Ukraine share hopes for the future in pictures

Children assert their rights to safety, education, and a healthy environment amidst climate challenges.

UN Panel Calls Out Israel for "Serious Violations" of Child Rights Treaty

The U.N. condemns Israel for serious violations of child rights amid ongoing conflict, emphasizing the devastating impact on Gaza's children.
At least 11,355 children have been killed in Gaza since October 7, highlighting unprecedented violence and displacement.

U.N. Says Israeli War in Gaza Has Catastrophic Consequences' for Children

U.N. experts condemned Israel's military actions in Gaza as violations of international law, leading to catastrophic harm to children.

Disabled children kept in cages' in police watch houses, Australia's children's commissioner says

Disabled children in Australia are being criminalized and allegedly kept in cages in police watch houses, highlighting a severe failure in the system.

Federal Judge Given Slap On Wrist After Handcuffing Innocent, Crying Child

Federal judges cannot forcibly handcuff children in courtrooms, and there were no consequences for this atrocious behavior.

Child with Asperger's was 'rugby tackled' by teacher, parent tells survey

Disabled children subjected to restraint and seclusion at school, affecting their rights and safety.

Children's photos are being 'illegally used to train AI'

Brazilian children's photos used without consent to develop AI, potentially leading to harmful deepfakes.

China's Anguished Debate: Do Its Children Have a Crime Problem?

China faces a dilemma in handling young children accused of serious crimes, with growing debate on punishment versus rehabilitation.

AI Is Being Trained on Images of Real Kids Without Consent

AI training datasets contain real children's data without consent, raising serious privacy concerns.
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