International Day against Use of Child Soldiers

13 Feb 2014

International Day against Use of Child Soldiers

Children playing in civilian protection site in Jonglei State capital Bor. As the world observed International Day against the Use of Child Soldiers on 12 February, UN partners said they continued to receive credible reports children had been used by both sides in the South Sudan conflict and hoped the cessation of hostilities agreement would provide an avenue to release all children and prevent further recruitment. Photo: UNMISS/Tina Turyagyenda