Catastrophe Looms as Drought Devastates Horn of Africa
A prolonged, crippling drought across the Horn of Africa is fueling a drastic increase in malnutrition rates for children and families. As the specter
UNICEF Geneva Palais Briefing Note on The Situation of Children in Ukraine And Neighboring Countries
NEW YORK/LVIV (May 6, 2022) – "The situation in Ukraine is a child protection crisis of extraordinary proportions, the likes of which we perhaps haven’t seen before. “Two months of war in Ukraine have...
What's Inside a UNICEF Early Childhood Development Kit?
Why UNICEF sends puzzles, puppets and building blocks to children caught in crisis. [VIDEO]
Every Day That the War in Ukraine Continues Is A Nightmare for Millions of Children
NEW YORK (May 5, 2022) – "Every day that the war in Ukraine continues is a nightmare for millions of children. "Nearly two-thirds of Ukraine’s children have been forced to flee. Many have seen things...
In South Asia, the Impacts of School Closures May Last a Lifetime
Pandemic-related school closures have had a profound impact on children's learning & mental well-being. Three children share their stories.
UNICEF Responds as War in Ukraine Fuels Food Crises Across Regions
With the threat of large-scale loss of life rising daily, UNICEF is appealing for immediate support to ramp up nutrition programs for the most vulnerable. [VIDEO]
School Year Nears Tragic End in Ukraine Amid Child Deaths, Empty Classrooms and Destruction of Educational Facilities
NEW YORK/ KYIV (May 4, 2022) – At least one in six UNICEF-supported schools in eastern Ukraine have been damaged or destroyed since the start of the war, including School 36 – the only ‘Safe School’...
The Difference A Teacher Can Make
UNICEF USA Community Engagement Intern Kyle King reflects on the impact one of his high school teachers had on his mental health.
A Mother's Day Thank-You to Hero Moms Everywhere
This Mother's Day, as you honor the hero moms in your life, remember the mothers who are caring for children amid humanitarian crises.
From Bangladesh to Peru to Vietnam, COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Rise
A number of countries have seen a dramatic rise in their vaccination rate in recent months.