UNICEF Report Highlights Alarming Child Poverty and Violence in France

A new UNICEF study reveals significant issues of food insecurity, violence, and social exclusion among French children.

UNICEF's consultation with 20,000 children aged 6 to 18 in France shows that 22.8% do not eat three meals a day.
The study finds that over 30% of children have experienced physical violence from peers, while 13.1% have been victims of adult violence.
Material deprivations, including limited access to nutritious food and cultural activities, affect a significant portion of children, fostering a deep sense of exclusion.
The report underscores a deficit of protection, with 31.3% of children reporting verbal abuse and 11% feeling socially rejected.
UNICEF calls for urgent government action and announces the creation of a child rights observatory to improve policy effectiveness.