In a stark revelation ahead of the National Day of Children’s Rights, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) disclosed that over 63% of children aged 1 to 14 in the Dominican Republic endure some form of domestic violence. The situation is even more dire for younger children, with 70% of 3- to 4-year-olds affected. Children and adolescents constitute 31.7% of the country’s population, underscoring the gravity of the issue. Beyond domestic violence, UNICEF identified other critical challenges to children’s rights, including high rates of early marriage, teenage pregnancy, and child labor—impacting 16.8% of minors not in school. Additionally, adolescent suicide remains a pressing concern, with 174 cases reported between 2017 and 2022, predominantly among 15- to 17-year-olds. UNICEF’s interim representative, Anyoli Sanabria, called for immediate action to bolster public policies, allocate more resources for child protection, and cultivate a culture that respects children’s rights. She emphasized that violence and inequality must not continue to hinder the present or future opportunities of the nation’s youth.