On this International Children’s Rights Day, PEACE FOUNDATION-DRC issues a heartfelt call for peace and the protection of children’s rights in the Great Lakes region. This day, celebrated every November 20th, reminds us of the importance of ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children’s development, especially in conflict-affected areas.
PEACE FOUNDATION-DRC emphasizes that millions of children in this region live in precarious conditions due to violence, forced displacement, and poverty. Armed conflicts have devastating consequences on their education, health, and overall well-being. On this symbolic day, the organization urges governments, NGOs, and the international community to intensify efforts to protect children and provide them with a better future.
«Peace is essential to ensure the fundamental rights of children,» says the coordinator of PEACE FOUNDATION-DRC, MUSHAGALUSA MASTAKI Kendri. «We must work together to end the violence affecting our youth and ensure they can grow up in a safe environment where they can learn and thrive,» he concludes.
MUSHAGALUSA MASTAKI Kendri, coordinator of PEACE FOUNDATION-DRC,
The organization also calls for increased awareness of children’s rights and the implementation of policies that promote their protection. It encourages local actors to engage in peaceful dialogue and promote reconciliation initiatives to build a society where every child can live freely and without fear.
On this day dedicated to children, PEACE FOUNDATION-DRC reminds everyone that peace is a fundamental right that must be guaranteed to every child, regardless of their background or status. The future of the Great Lakes region depends on our ability to create an environment where peace and security prevail.
Ben Bulambo / Congo-Uni Media
