Child Well-being in an Unpredictable World
Why in News?
- “Child Well-being in an Unpredictable World” addresses the multifaceted challenges impacting children’s well-being globally, emphasizing the need for comprehensive strategies to safeguard their rights and development in the face of emerging threats.
Important Key Points:
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Global Challenges Affecting Children:
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Climate Change: Approximately one billion children reside in 33 countries at high risk of climate change impacts, including extreme weather events like rising sea levels, hurricanes, wildfires, and failing crops, leading to displacement and health risks.
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Conflicts and Displacement: One in four children live in countries affected by violent conflicts or disasters, disrupting their education and access to essential services.
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Digital Divide: Limited access to digital technologies hampers children’s education and development, especially in rural and low-income areas.
🇮🇳 India-Specific Concerns:
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Child Trafficking and Labor: India faces widespread child trafficking and labor issues, with children exploited for labor, begging, sexual services, and child pornography.
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Nutrition and Health: Malnutrition remains a significant concern, with at least one in three children under five undernourished or overweight, and one in two suffering from hidden hunger.
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Education Disparities: Disparities in educational access and quality persist, particularly affecting children in marginalized communities.
Recommendations:
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Policy Interventions: Implementing child-centric policies that address health, education, and protection needs.
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Community Engagement: Involving communities in creating supportive environments for children’s growth and development.
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International Collaboration: Strengthening global partnerships to address transnational challenges affecting children.
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