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Danger every step of the way: A harrowing journey to Europe for refugee and migrant children

Danger every step of the way png

UNICEF reports on the dangers facing unaccompanied adolescent refugees and migrants fleeing to Europe

GENEVA, 14 June 2016 – More than 9 out of 10 refugee and migrant children arriving in Europe this year through Italy are unaccompanied, prompting UNICEF to warn of the growing threats of abuse, exploitation and death facing them.

The report documents the appalling risks adolescents take in their flight to escape conflict, despair and poverty.

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