Child Protection
Situational Overview: Children in Somalia are particularly vulnerable, constituting almost two-thirds of all people in need. They face risks of violence, abuse, forced recruitment, and exposure to mines and unexploded ordnance. In the first nine months of 2023, 298 children were maimed, and 157 killed. Boys are at high risk of abduction and forced recruitment, while girls are often subjected to rape and other grave sexual violations, particularly in isolated areas and IDP sites. Malnutrition and inadequate access to education and mental health services further exacerbate the vulnerabilities of children.
JUMAN’s Role: JUMAN works to protect children from violence, exploitation, and abuse by providing psychosocial support, facilitating access to education, and conducting explosive ordnance risk education (EORE) to reduce the risk of mine-related injuries.