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VIOLENCE AGAINST THE GIRL CHILD; THE WAY FORWARD

Violence against the girl child is one of the most ubiquitous human rights violation in all societies, that has brought about long lasting physical, psychological and emotional damage to its victims. What is its origin? Well, that's very simple. This human rights abuse is the result of harmful traditions like Female Genital Mutilation, social norms and stereotypes that aim at portraying men as strong, aggressive and important, and women as weak, submissive and insignificant, one that should only

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THE CRY OF A GIRL CHILD

THE CRY OF A GIRL (EARLY MARRIAGE RUINED MY LIFE) “OH MOTHER! OH DAD! OH BROTHER! OH UNCLE! I NEVER KNEW I WAS LOST I NEVER KNEW I WAS WALKING BLINDLY I NEVER KNEW I WAS IN A WRONG WAY OH MOTHER! OH DAD! OH BROTHER! OH UNCLE! WHY DID YOU LEAVE ME IN THIS WAY OF LIFE? WHY DIDN’T YOU SHOW ME THE RIGHT PATH? WHY DIDN’T YOU GIVE THE KNOWLEDGE I DESERVED? WHY DIDN’T YOU TEACH ME GOOD MORALS? LOOK AT ME NOW; I AM JUST 15, WITH A 2 YEARS OLD KID AND A BABY IN MY WOMB WHERE ARE MY GOALS? WHERE ARE MY DR

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MY JOURNEY AS A CHILD by Richie Kharis

I came into the world with my hands folded. Yet they welcomed me with laughter and danced the sorrow away for tomorrow. Soon, I could no longer walk with my four legs, I became a little star, running around the field with two legs. I sat inside a rolling box as we journeyed to the east not bold to tell anything about the strong black feet on-road miles I could only ask why the other stars ate with their fingers stained because I was born with a golden nail. Sooner or later, days turn into years,

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Breaking the Chains: Unveiling the Realities of Child Abuse

Child abuse is a dark and troubling reality that affects millions of children worldwide. It is a painful subject, but one that must be addressed openly and honestly to create a safer world for our youngest and most vulnerable members. Child abuse takes many forms and can happen in any family, community, or country. Its impact is devastating and can last a lifetime, shaping the future of the affected child in ways that are often difficult to reverse. This article aims to shed light on the differe

Child Labour in Developing Countries

Child labour in developing countries remains a severe issue, with millions of children working in hazardous conditions, primarily in agriculture, manufacturing, and domestic work. Key causes include poverty, lack of access to education, cultural norms, weak legal frameworks, and economic instability. The impacts are devastating, leading to health risks, educational deprivation, psychological harm, and perpetuating intergenerational poverty. Addressing this issue requires strengthened legislation, improved education systems, economic support for families, cultural change, international collaboration, and corporate responsibility. Ending child labour is crucial for the development and prosperity of nations and the well-being of children.

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