Children Affected by Armed Conflict Continental Strategy 2022-2025

The Continental Children Affected by Armed Conflict (CAAC) Strategy is a significant initiative aimed at safeguarding the rights of children in conflict-affected regions of Africa. This strategy is a well-informed response to the need for coordinated efforts to address the challenges faced by children in conflict zones. It builds on existing continental initiatives and adopts a child rights-based approach, emphasizing promotion, protection, and prevention. The strategy underscores the critical roles of research, multi-stakeholder partnerships and the humanitarian-development-peace nexus. It concludes with an inclusive results framework that calls for collaboration across various stakeholders. It offers valuable insights and a roadmap to create a more secure and prosperous Africa for all its children.