2. Introduction Mostly in Africa, but still all over the world, child soldiers are being recruited more and more. The demands for child soldiers in some countries are very high.There is really no option for these kids. They are taken advantage of and sometimes tortured or killed for not following orders. Most are captured from their homes and forced to fight. Why is there such a high demand for them?
3. Looking for Safety Many kids who’s family or parents have been killed or tortured, leave their home looking for safety. Most turn to the military. They believe that they can get safety from the army, but the truth is, is that they really do not know what they are in for.
4. Countries who participate Currently in the world there are more than 30 countries that participate in the practice of child soldiers. 87% of those countries have seen child soldiers deployed, 71% of those children are under the age of 15.