An array of complex factors is creating a rising population of ‘children on the move’, vulnerable to violence, exploitation, human trafficking and abuse.
Today, more than 4 million people reside in locations considered high risk for transmission of waterborne diseases due to unsafe water sources, poor sanitation and hygiene with nearly half the population in rural areas practicing open defecation and the city it has been reportedly said that people returns back the latrine systems which is unsafe. Chronic food insecurity remains an urgent issue for 3.5 million girls and boys living below the poverty datum line. There is risk of poor health and stunted growth due to greatly diminished access to all basic services and protections.