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KidsRights Index 2026: Children increasingly used as weapons of war and obesity reaches epidemic levels
Childhood obesity becomes a global pandemic
One in five children grow up within range of a war zone
Young people push gender equality forward: 2025 International Children’s Peace Prize Project Fund Impact Report is live
Introducing State of Youth – Youth Board of 2025-2026
We proudly launch our State of Youth Youth Board 2025-2026. A bold, diverse team of young changemakers and experienced Chapter Leaders who are already turning ideas into action across continents.
State of Youth NL Research Report: Young People Are Putting Their Life Plans on Hold and Suffering from Stress Due to the Housing Crisis
KidsRights Index 2024: ‘Study reveals 21% rise in violence against children worldwide: Polycrisis for children deepens due to rise in conflicts and continued Covid-19 fallout’
Bana Alabed (15), ‘Icon of Aleppo’, wins International Children’s Peace Price 2025
Bana Alabed (15) from Syria has won the 2025 International Children's Peace Prize for her tireless work supporting children affected by war. From documenting life under the siege of Aleppo to rebuilding schools and reuniting displaced children with their families, Bana is proving that one young voice can inspire the world.
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Threat of War: Children’s rights in situations of armed conflict
Bana Alabed (15) from Syria has won the 2025 International Children's Peace Prize for her tireless work supporting children affected by war. From documenting life under the siege of Aleppo to rebuilding schools and reuniting displaced children with their families, Bana is proving that one young voice can inspire the world.
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