THE IMPACT OF WAR ON CHILDREN

Children present a uniquely compelling motivation for mobilisation, and an opportunity to confront the problems that cause their suffering. This work calls to action - for the commitment and tenacity needed to protect children from the atrocities of war. It is complemented by 16 photographs covering Afghanistan, Iraq, Palestine and Rwanda.

In 1994 the UN Secretary-General appointed Graca Machel as an independent expert to assess the impact of armed conflict on children. Her groundbreaking report set out a comprehensive agenda for the protection of children. She is a member of the UN Foundation, the International Crisis Group and ACCORD, and is currently Chancellor of both the University of Cape Town and the UN University for Peace. She is married to Nelson Mandela.The Brazilian photographer Sebastiao Salgado had dedicated many years to chronicling the lives of the world's dispossessed, and has won numerous awards. A UNICEF Special Representative, he has collaborated with humanitarian organisations throughout his career.