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A New Chance to Expand Children’s Access to Education

By Jo Becker
The International Day of Education, January 24, reminds us of the power of education to transform children’s lives, and to build vibrant, sustainable societies.

Why Covid-19 Choices Are Critical for Children

By Jo Becker
Children may escape the worst symptoms of Covid-19 and suffer lower mortality rates, but for millions, the pandemic will have devastating effects.

Boko Haram’s Youngest Victims

By Jo Becker
“Khadija” was just 8 years old when Boko Haram fighters attacked her village in northeast Nigeria and took her by force to their camp. Her abductors tried to marry her and other captives to members of the armed Islamist group, she told me. When the captives refused, they were locked in a room.  
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