International Child Day - 20 November

CHILD PROTECTION and THE MDGs-Goal 4

Goal 4: Reduce child mortality
Extreme exploitation, violence or abuse can lead to death throughout various phases of childhood. Child marriage affects children’s health as babies who are born to very young mothers are more vulnerable to diseases during critical early years of life. Armed conflict has a devastating impact on children’s survival. Of the 20 countries with the highest rates of under-five mortality, 11 have experienced major armed conflict since 1990. Children without parental care or separated from their mother at an early age, especially those who remain in institutional settings for an extended period of time, are at much greater risk of early death. In Addition to disability and improper care for children with disabilities can increase the mortality risk.

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