UNICEF frees child soldiers, extreme winter swimming, and The Dreamfly project
UNICEF frees child soldiers, extreme winter swimming, and The Dreamfly project
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UNICEF helped secure over 3,000 child soldiers in South Sudan. However, the region is still marred by civil war. We also look at winter swimming in extreme temperatures, a growing sport around the world. Finally, our Global Activism segment highlights a new website that helps people in developing countries achieve their dreams.
PHOTO: Last week UNICEF helped secure the release of 3,000 child soldiers in South Sudan, one of the largest ever demobilizations of children. (Courtesy UNICEF)