NGOs: End Childhood Violence

Two rights groups said violence affects about one billion children every year and its consequences cost economies seven trillion dollars annually. The NGOs said while violence against women and girls has gained more attention, violence against boys has not. It’s a leading cause of death for adolescent boys in many parts of the world. The groups Without Violence and Together for Girls said violence against children is a major challenge to development. They say that “continued exposure...

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