Children in Conflict in Urgent Need of Free and Equal Access to Vaccines (War Child)

As part of the Humanity Hub’s first seasonal programming theme, focusing on the COVID response, we will share insights by members of the Humanity Hub community and the Hague Peace & Justice ecosystem. This week, we are spotlighting War Child and how they are taking a stand against pharmaceutical firms and governments that are blocking children’s equitable and free access to the COVID-19 vaccine.


Since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic a year ago, we’ve seen its catastrophic impact on billions of children’s lives – including their mental health.

Find out how War Child is taking a stand against pharmaceutical firms and governments that are blocking children’s equitable and free access to the COVID-19 vaccine.

> A global assault on the right to health

> The role of Big Pharma and government

> Why urgent action is needed

> Less adult support leads to more deprivation

> Loss of a protective environment


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