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Ricky Martin Meets Refugee Children In Lebanon

Ricky Martin Meets Refugee Children In Lebanon

by The Daily Eye Team June 11 2016, 10:09 am Estimated Reading Time: 0 mins, 28 secs

World-renowned singer and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Ricky Martin calls for increased focus on safeguarding the futures of millions of children affected by the Syria conflict, whose lives have been shaped by displacement, violence and a persistent lack of opportunities. Around 1.1 million Syrians have sought refuge in Lebanon since the start of the crisis in 2011, more than half of them are children. Child refugees are particularly at risk of exploitation and abuse, with large numbers being left with no choice but to go out to work, rather than attend school.

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