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Demobilization Of Child Soldiers In Sierra Leone
The ten-year civil conflict in Sierra Leone was once called “the children’s war” because at least half the soldiers were under sixteen. Most were abducted by rebel groups and forced to become warriors. UNICEF and other organizations are helping former child soldiers to become children again by sending them to school, encouraging them to play and providing skills training. The aim is to help the youngsters move beyond the past and look to the future.(3'50)
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The ten-year civil conflict in Sierra Leone was once called “the children’s war” because at least half the soldiers were under sixteen. Most were abducted by rebel groups and forced to become warriors. UNICEF and other organizations are helping former child soldiers to become children again by sending them to school, encouraging them to play and providing skills training. The aim is to help the youngsters move beyond the past and look to the future.(3'50)
