News and stories

Read the latest news from War Child and the stories of the children and families we support around the world.

Soleen standing in front of building

Soleen's story

When Islamic State (ISIS) forces attacked their village in Northern Iraq, Soleen and her family were forced to flee their home. Now living in a camp for those displaced by the conflict, Soleen attends a War Child community centre where she can play, learn and be a child again.

Red Hand Day advocacy activities in Jordan.

5 myths about child soldiers

There're lots of myths and misinformation out there about child soldiers. This Red Hand Day, we want to set the record straight.

Child with their hand painted red as part of War Child activities to mark Red Hand Day, also known as the International Day against the Use of Child Soldiers.

How we help child soldiers

We support children who have been released from armed groups in the Central African Republic to go back to their families, schools and communities.

Children playing a game in DRC.

Why do children become child soldiers?

War Child UK's report, 'Tug of War: Children in Armed Groups in DRC', shows that in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) most children are joining 'voluntarily'.

Charlotte from DRC.

Helplines can save children

Charlotte, a mother of four small children, has opened her home to vulnerable children in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).