Activists Condemn The Exploitation Of Child Rebels

Posted by: lukwago J in Uganda news August 26, 2023

Various human rights activists have expressed their strong condemnation regarding the exploitation of child rebels, highlighting the urgent need for action to address this distressing issue.

While speaking at a stakeholder’s conference organised by Freedom House and the United States Agency for International Development at the Mestil Hotel and Residence Ms Winnie Kiiza a former leader of opposition in parliament said adding, “ some of them are children of the women they either raped, they have abducted ,while others are recruited into rebel ranks without being told what they are going to do.”

The use of child rebels has drawn widespread outrage from activists who are fervently advocating for the rights and well-being of children.

They emphasize that this practice not only violates international human rights standards but also inflicts severe physical and psychological harm on the vulnerable youngsters involved.

Activists want these children to be rehabilitated

Meanwhile activists are calling for immediate steps to be taken to rescue and rehabilitate these children, providing them with the necessary support and protection to rebuild their lives.

They argue that proper intervention is crucial to break the cycle of violence and ensure the future safety and development of these children.

The condemnation from activists serves as a powerful reminder of the pressing need for governments, organizations, and communities to prioritize the protection of children and combat the exploitation of child rebels.

Efforts must be focused on creating robust mechanisms for prevention, identification, and support, as well as holding accountable those responsible for perpetuating such heinous acts against innocent children.

By shining a spotlight on this issue, activists aim to raise public awareness and mobilize collective action to address the plight of child rebels, fostering a safer and more compassionate world for all children.

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