Violence continues to create cycle of suffering as number of children joining armed groups soars PORT AU PRINCE/NEW YORK, 12 February 2026 – The number of children in Haiti recruited and used by armed groups has skyrocketed by an estimated 200 per cent in 2025 reflecting a growing reliance on the exploitation of children, amid ongoing violence by armed groups, UNICEF said today, commemorating Red Hand Day. The … Continue reading Child recruitment in Haiti surges threefold in just one year
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January 26, 2026 Every child and adolescent has the right to grow up free from fear, neglect and violence. Yet across Latin America and the Caribbean, far too many still face violence in their homes, schools, communities and online. These acts are not isolated. They are part of a wider pattern that harms children, families … Continue reading Violence against Children and Adolescents in Latin America and the Caribbean: New data and solutions
New regional study highlights urgent need for stronger mental health support and services for children and adolescents. Kareem Smith, 27 October 2025 Friday, 24 October 2025, Bridgetown — A groundbreaking new report by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat and UNICEF has revealed that a significant number of children and adolescents across the Caribbean are experiencing high … Continue reading CARICOM and UNICEF report reveals alarming levels of anxiety and depression among Caribbean youth