RESCUING THE WORLD'S CHILD SOLDIERS

The video discusses the tragic issue of child soldiers, highlighting their roles and the challenges in tracking them. It explains how rebel forces recruit children, often outside the law. International efforts, including commitments from nearly 60 countries, aim to protect and rehabilitate these children. The video also emphasizes the importance of bringing those responsible to justice, with the International Criminal Court set to prosecute individuals like Congolese rebel leader Thomas Lubanga for war crimes.

What is one of the main challenges in addressing the issue of child soldiers?

• Governmental support for recruitment

• Insufficient funding for rehabilitation

• Difficulty in tracking their plight

• Lack of international interest

Who is primarily responsible for recruiting child soldiers, according to the transcript?

• Rebel forces

• Traditional military

• Government forces

• International organizations

What is the purpose of the commitments made by nearly 60 countries in Paris?

• To support rebel forces

• To create new laws for child labor

• To protect children from armed groups

• To increase military funding

What is the role of the International Criminal Court in addressing the issue of child soldiers?

• To negotiate with rebel forces

• To train child soldiers

• To prosecute those responsible for recruiting child soldiers

• To provide financial aid

Who is the first individual to be tried by the International Criminal Court for war crimes related to child soldiers?

• An international NGO leader

• Congolese rebel leader Thomas Lubanga

• A government official

• A traditional military leader