In 2005 the United Nations estimated that there are 500 million children

under 14 living in Africa.

Unfortunately, about 120 thousand of these children have been taken from their homes, brainwashed,

and turned into ruthless killers, or what we call child soldiers.

Many are also

encouraged to drink and do drugs so

that they are more

impervious to fear on

the battlefield.

After their ‘training’ is finished the real horror begins when they are unleashed into battle.

However, there is hope.

Organizations like Invisible Children and Amnesty International have programs that can be donated to

that rehabilitate children and help prevent atrocities like this from

happening in the future.

As Americans, we have the means and moral duty to help.

Donate now.

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