Post by UNICEF

Twenty years ago, Darfur captured global attention as violence devastated communities and displaced millions in Sudan. Today, children in the region are again trapped in a catastrophic crisis – but with less international focus and aid. UNICEF’s new report, “Darfur: 20 Years On, Children Under Threat,” highlights how Sudan’s ongoing conflict has reignited large-scale violence, mass displacement, acute hunger and grave violations against children across Darfur. As in 2005, homes have been burned, markets attacked, schools and health facilities damaged or destroyed, and families forced to flee – but today the scale of needs is greater, and the global outrage is far more constrained. Nowhere has the impact been more acute than in Al Fasher. Since April 2024, more than 1,500 grave violations against children attributed to parties to the conflict have been verified in Al Fasher. Despite extraordinary challenges, UNICEF and partners continue delivering life-saving assistance across Darfur and neighbouring countries and providing education, clean water and sanitation, treating children for severe acute malnutrition, supporting mobile health services, offering psychosocial support and establishing safe spaces for children. UNICEF is calling on parties to the conflict to uphold international law and protect civilians, including children. We cannot allow history to repeat itself. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dGBBbisW