Protecting Children Affected by Armed Violence in the Community / UN.

Format:

Book

Government document

Author/Creator:

UN.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Children and Youth.

Local Subjects:

Children and Youth.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (55 pages)

Place of Publication:

[Place of publication not identified] : United Nations, 2016.

System Details:

text file

Summary:

This publication addresses the complex phenomena of armed violence (not armed conflict which is different) and presents strategies to protect children in context of armed violence in the community. It makes visible that is fundamental to place children at the center of any policy and measure to address safety and security related issues in a way to build safe, friendly and sustainable communities.

Contents:

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Factors contributing to armed violence in the community

Direct and indirect impact of armed violence on children

Protecting children from armed violence in the community

Building safe and nurturing environments for children

Securing public safety, access to justice and restorative justice approaches

Conclusions and recommendations: Bridging strong public policies with committed local action

List of participants at the International Expert Consultation.

ISBN:

9789210583251

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.