Summary:

Based on experience of working with former child soldiers, this paper argues the need for a strategy of prevention as the best way to avoid children being affected by armed conflict.

Based on experience of working with former child soldiers, this paper argues the need for a strategy of prevention as the best way to avoid children being affected by armed conflict, including greater investment in peace-building initiatives and tightening the supply of small armed. It also calls for a strategy of protection and care for dealing with chidlren already embroiled in armed conflict.

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