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Global Ministers Unite to Combat Violence Against Children

2/4/2026

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Ten global ministers launched the WHO Council of Champions to End Violence Against Children to spur action.
Each year, a billion children face violence, undermining their health and development.
The ministers highlighted the INSPIRE framework as a proven prevention strategy.
They cited the Second Global Ministerial Conference in the Philippines in November 2026 as a pivotal moment to secure commitments and mobilize resources.

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Story summary

Ten global ministers launched the WHO Council of Champions to End Violence Against Children to spur action.
Each year, a billion children face violence, undermining their health and development.
The ministers highlighted the INSPIRE framework as a proven prevention strategy.
They cited the Second Global Ministerial Conference in the Philippines in November 2026 as a pivotal moment to secure commitments and mobilize resources.