New Era of Crisis for Children, as Global Conflicts Intensify and Inequality Worsens
13 January 2025, 12:00 PM
New York, USA: A new era of crisis for children is unfolding as the world grapples with intensified global conflicts and worsening inequality, according to a report released today by Save the Children.
The report, titled “Stolen Futures: A Call to Action for Children in Crisis,” paints a grim picture of the challenges facing children around the world. It finds that:
- Global conflicts are on the rise, with more children than ever before caught in the crossfire. In 2024, over 40 million children were living in areas affected by armed conflict, a 10% increase from the previous year.
- Inequality is worsening, with the gap between the rich and the poor widening around the world. The richest 1% of the global population now owns more than half of the world’s wealth, while the poorest 50% of the population owns just 1%. This inequality is having a devastating impact on children, with those living in poverty being more likely to suffer from malnutrition, disease, and lack of education.
- Climate change is also posing a serious threat to children’s lives and well-being. Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and more severe, and they are having a devastating impact on children’s health, safety, and education.
The report warns that these crises are having a devastating impact on children’s lives. Children who live in areas affected by conflict are more likely to be killed, injured, or maimed. They are also more likely to suffer from malnutrition, disease, and lack of education. Children who live in poverty are more likely to experience violence, exploitation, and abuse. Climate change is also having a serious impact on children’s health, safety, and education.
Save the Children is calling on world leaders to take urgent action to address these crises. The organization is calling for an end to global conflicts, for a reduction in inequality, and for action on climate change. The organization is also calling on world leaders to invest in children’s education, health, and protection.
“This is a critical moment for children,” said Save the Children’s CEO, Inger Ashing. “We are facing an unprecedented level of crisis, and we need to act now to protect children’s futures.”
The report is based on a survey of over 10,000 children in 10 countries affected by conflict and poverty. The survey found that children are deeply concerned about the future. They are worried about the impact of conflict on their families and communities, and they are worried about the impact of climate change on their planet.
“Children are the most vulnerable members of our society, and they are being disproportionately affected by these crises,” said Ashing. “We need to listen to their voices and take action to protect their futures.”
New era of crisis for children, as global conflicts intensify and inequality worsens
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