Armed conflict Quote by Ban Ki-moon
“Universal ratification of the Optional Protocol on the Involvement of Children in Armed Conflict will establish an international moral consensus that no child should take part in hostilities or be involuntarily recruited and that former child soldiers should be assisted by their governments after a life of violence and distress.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN General Assembly, 2015
The protocol aims to create a global agreement that children must be protected from armed conflict and receive support after involvement.
In simple terms: Protect children from war; aid former child soldiers
Key Takeaway
Advocate for child protection policies
Themes
human rights
child welfare
international law
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
policy statement
humanitarian appeal
When to use this quote
- policy drafting
- advocacy campaigns
- government programs
- NGO support
Key Concepts
child soldiers
recruitment
post-conflict rehabilitation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies ensure compliance?
- What support best helps former child soldiers?
A Different Perspective
Implementation challenges; enforcement varies by country
