An examination of methods to reintegrate former child soldiers in Liberia

An examination of methods to reintegrate former child soldiers in Liberia

An examination of methods to reintegrate former child soldiers in Liberia

This paper examinesthe various methods employed in providing support for former child soldiers in the Liberian conflict (ended in 2003) by the relevant stake-holders. It was found that educational support, skills acquisition and family reunification are the main methods of reintegrating former child soldiers in Liberia.