The US must do more to end the use of child soldiers — here’s how
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on February 12, 2024
Twenty-two years ago, the United Nations treaty banning the use of child soldiers entered into force. While the treaty represents an important milestone, it has not eliminated the tragedy of child soldiers across the globe. We must continue to ask what more can be done to put an end to this heinous practice. In the United States, the answer may lie in a woefully underutilized law that has been on the books for over a decade.
