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Haiti: One in two children live in the line of fire – Save the Children
By Save the Children at ReliefWeb
· June 18, 2026
· 6 min read
. New analysis by the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project (ACLED) with Save the Children, found that more than two million children - 47% of Haiti’s child population - lived within five kms (3 miles) of violent incidents in the first five months of this year [1]. Children make up just ove
Key takeaway Since March 2025, one in four children in Haiti has lived within five kms of an armed drone strike, putting children at direct risk of physical harm.
Why this matters
The situation in Haiti poses significant challenges for humanitarian relief efforts, particularly those focused on protecting children. With nearly half of the country's child population living in close proximity to violent incidents, the risk of physical harm and long-term psychological trauma is extremely high. The involvement of children in armed groups, estimated to be up to half of all members, complicates the response of the newly deployed Gang Suppression Force, which must balance its mandate to tackle armed groups with the need to protect civilians, including children who may be involved with these groups. The displacement of over 750,000 children, many of whom are sheltering in overcrowded and under-resourced facilities, further exacerbates their vulnerability to exploitation and abuse. As the international community responds to the crisis in Haiti, it is crucial that efforts prioritize the protection and well-being of children, who are disproportionately affected by the violence and instability.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? . New analysis by the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project (ACLED) with Save the Children, found that more than two million children - 47% of Haiti’s child population - lived within five kms (3 miles) of violent incidents in the first five months of this year [1]. Children make up just ove
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