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This report was commissioned by Children's aid direct to raise
awareness of the increasing number of children affected by war
and its aftermath. It is intended to stimulate discussion and
encourage a response towards an effective solution for children
caught up in conflict around the world.
Contents
Preface - by David Grubb
Introduction - Children and Today's wars
Part One
The impact of todays wars on children
The changing nature of warfare
A new level of concern for children
Warfare and underdevelopment
The disruption of childhood by war
Family flight and refuge
Children in combat
Loss of parents and family
The impact of weapons on children
War-related hunger and disease
Trauma and psycho-social distress
The impact on children's education
Responding to today's emergency needs
The importance of humanitarian activity
Relief and development a changing relationship
The role of NGO's
Emergency responses and children
The provision of nutritional care
Meeting health needs
Educational rehabilitation
The protection of childhood
The promotion of humanitarian principles
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