Protect Schools During War

THE WEEK IN RIGHTS September 08, 2016 Follow us on:

Protect Schools During War » Photo © 2012 Reuters/James Akena Around the world, schools are attacked or being occupied by military forces in conflict zones. The Safe Schools Declaration is a political commitment to protect education during armed conflict, ensuring the safety of a country’s future. So far 55 countries have shown their support by endorsing it. It is time Canada became the 56th! As children in Canada return to school this week, join our call that all children around the world should be able to go to school in safety. Ask Prime Minister Trudeau to sign the Safe Schools Declaration – today! Join us here! » share on:

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