Results for: Conflict zones

Ahead of the International Day of the Girl, Plan International Canada released a new report detailing the experiences and needs of girls in conflict zones. The report, ‘Still We Dream: Girls and Young People Living Through Conflict,’ reveals the devastating impact of conflict on girls’ lives, with many facing violence, displacement, and deprivation. Despite these challenges, the report highlights the resilience and hopes of these girls for a peaceful future.

Despite widespread ratification and foundational principles, the Geneva Conventions are facing increasing disregard in conflict zones worldwide. This article highlights the urgent need for nations to reaffirm their commitment to upholding these vital humanitarian guidelines, particularly in light of growing human rights violations and the disregard for the protection of civilians, detainees, and wounded soldiers.