Myanmar
Grave Violations
- 284 children (260 boys, 14 girls, 10 sex unknown) were recruited and used.
- 34 children (29 boys, 5 girls) were detained for alleged association with armed groups.
- Killing (307) and maiming (920) of 1,227 children (712 boys, 524 girls, 1 sex unknown).
- Sexual violence was perpetrated against 13 girls.
- Attacks on schools (124) and hospitals (45).
- 343 children (231 boys, 112 girls) were abducted.
- 162 incidents of the denial of humanitarian access were verified.
Current situation
- 2,203 grave violations against 1,746 children (1,097 boys, 638 girls, 11 sex unknown).
- 1,072 grave violations are pending verification.
Developments and Concerns
- Call on all parties to immediate cease the use of landmines and other explosive weapons and urge for explosive ordnance clearance, risk education and victim assistance programs.
- Call upon the Myanmar armed forces to continue engaging with the United Nations for the full implementation of the 2012 joint action plan on child recruitment and use and ensure that no child is recruited.
- Welcome the efforts by the Karen National Liberation Army, including its political wing, the Karen Nation Union (KNU), to develop an action plan with the United Nations.
- Welcome the engagement of the National Unity Government to adopt child protection measures.