Child Protection urged as the Multinational Security Support Mission deploys to Haiti
Why is Child Protection Urged in Haiti?
- The Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission led by Kenyan police starts deployment in Haiti.
- Amnesty International stresses the need for human rights safeguards to prevent violations.
What are the Concerns?
- Lack of transparency on implementation of human rights safeguards by Kenyan police in Haiti.
- UN reports 383 grave violations against children in Haiti last year.
What is Amnesty International Calling For?
- Rigorous vetting and training on UN principles, human rights law, and child protection.
- Establishment of an independent complaint mechanism for accountability.
Key Takeaways
- Deployment of a security mission in Haiti raises concerns about human rights violations.
- Amnesty International emphasizes the importance of child protection and accountability.
Source: www.amnesty.org