Women are not considered equal to men in my country
Edwige works for War Child UK's project fighting Sexual and Gender Based Violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
News type: Blog
It's been three years since the war in Yemen began, the UK government must do more
Today marks three years of war in Yemen. Britain continues to play a vital role in helping to create the 'world's worst man-made humanitarian crisis of our time'.
The effects of being a child soldier can last a lifetime
It’s almost impossible to know the exact figure but it’s estimated there are tens of thousands of children in armed groups around the world.
Helplines can save children
Charlotte, a mother of four small children, has opened her home to vulnerable children in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Why do children become child soldiers?
War Child UK's report, 'Tug of War: Children in Armed Groups in DRC', shows that in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) most children are joining 'voluntarily'.
Thousands of children affected by violence in the CAR
'I want to see people able to live their lives in peace' - Crepin, programme manager, CAR
What are grave violations
There are six ‘grave violations’ of children defined by the United Nations (UN). Here's what they are.
UK's allies put children's lives at risk
Trade, diplomatic, and military relationships have been prioritised by the UK Goverment, putting children's lives at risk.
Why thousands of Yazidis are displaced in Iraq
The Yazidi religious minority came to global attention four years ago when ISIS took over parts of northern Iraq.
Here's why players of the People's Postcode Lottery change lives
In 2013 we were supporting 62,236 children affected by war annually. Now, thanks to the players of the People's Postcode Lottery, that's increased to 165,237.
