2. Africa has the m0st critical problem, where
children as young as nine are being involved.
Child soldiers are also used in various Asian
countries, Latin America, Europe, and the
Middle East.
3. Government-backed paramilitary groups
Militias
Self-defense units
Armed groups opposed to central
government rule
Ethnic/religious clan-based groups
4. DDR stands for:
demobilization, disarmament, and
integration. These programs have been
established in many countries. They assist
former child soldiers in acquiring new skills
and return them to their communities.
Although these programs are successful they
lack funds and resources and can not
continue without long-term financial support.
