ARMED CONFLICT

Feb 05 2025HEALTH

Conflict and Care: How Fighting Hurts Health in Africa

The vast region of sub-Saharan Africa faces a major challenge: a significant number of its women and children live in or near conflict zones. While it's clear that these conflicts cause physical harm to healthcare services, one area that's largely overlooked is how they affect people's decisions to

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Helping Colombian Youth: Adapting a Mental Health Intervention

In Colombia, armed conflict has left a lasting impact on millions of people, with mental health services being badly needed. This study focused on adapting an effective mental health program called the Youth Readiness Intervention (YRI) to better suit young adults aged 18-28 who have experienced con

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Violence Against Girls During Conflict: A Look at Kobo Town

Imagine you're walking to school in Kobo town, Ethiopia. You're a high school girl, and the air is filled with tension. There's an armed conflict happening, and it's affecting your daily life. This is the reality for many girls in Kobo, and a recent study took a closer look at the gender-based viole

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Nov 10 2024POLITICS

What Rules Do Soldiers Follow Around the World?

Every country has its own set of rules for soldiers, shaped by history and culture. Soldiers have big responsibilities, as they can use deadly force. They must be experts with their weapons and follow the laws of war, showing humanity at all times. Their leaders guide them, and the nation supports t

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