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Education Cannot Wait fund

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Education Cannot Wait fund

Millions of children in humanitarian emergencies, including conflicts, natural disasters and other crises, miss out on school. This page explains how the Education Cannot Wait fund aims to raise money and support from public and private sources to make sure children in crises can get back into school as quickly as possible.

Children with disabilities

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Children with disabilities

This page shows that children with disabilities are more likely to miss out on school than other children. We explain more about the barriers they face and the global commitments to overcome the barriers and give inclusive education to all children.

Child trafficking
Children rescued from trafficking receiving support and care

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Child trafficking

This page looks at the scale of the problem of child trafficking and what can be done to tackle it. 

Child soldiers
Former child soldiers receiving education and rehabilitation.

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Child soldiers

Children are particularly vulnerable in times of conflict. Here we look at the global issue of the recruitment and use of child soldiers and what is being done to tackle the problem.

Child marriage

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Child marriage

This page gives you an overview of child marriage (also known as early forced marriage) and the problems it causes for girls, often exposing them to abuse, early pregnancy and hindering them from attending school.

Street children
Street children engaging in an educational activity in a safe space

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Street children

This page tells how children may become street children and what that means for their lives. They miss out on their right to education and are vulnerable to exploitation. Because their situations can be complex, specific approaches and solutions are needed to help them get into learning.