HRW reports child recruitment on Facebook and TikTok in Colombia
Human Rights Watch has stated that Facebook and TikTok failed to prevent the spread of content by Colombian armed groups that promote the recruitment of children, with approximately 1,500 children recruited since 2021. These groups use social media platforms to share content glorifying fighters’ lives and to advertise false job offers, exploiting children for combat, handling weapons and explosives, and gathering intelligence. Girls are also exposed to potential sexual violence. Despite efforts by social media companies, these groups continue to effectively market a lifestyle that reflects masculinity and easy money. Armed group activities remain active in remote areas of Colombia even after the FARC peace agreement in 2016.
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