UNICEF in action

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People listen to Joseph Borgen, a recent victim of a hate crime, speak during a rally denouncing antisemitic violence on May 27, 2021 in Cedarhurst, New York.

UNICEF USA Condemns Antisemitism

Children and their families have the right to be free from discrimination and to feel safe in their communities.
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One-year-old baby Moses and father Ponsilio Phiri playing in Zambia in 2020. Baby Moses is enrolled in the LEGO Playful Parenting program implemented by UNICEF.

In Zambia, Playful Parenting Brings Fathers and Children Closer

A look at how a community-based parenting program supported by UNICEF and the LEGO Foundation has helped families thrive during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Young Girl Sitting on Floor in White Dress

UNICEF USA Applauds Passage of Rhode Island Child Marriage Bill

With the passage of H5387/S398, Rhode Island becomes the fifth U.S. state to end child marriage without exceptions.
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Ms. Palwasha Rafi Najemi, 40, principal of the Khwajah Rawash Girls High School receives the COVAX-facilitated COVID-19 vaccine at the Al-Fateh girls’ high school in Kabul, Afghanistan.

COVAX COVID-19 Vaccine Deliveries Make Schools Safer in Afghanistan

Donate Facing the twin threat of violence and COVID-19, Afghanistan's students are still determined to learn. UNICEF is there to help. On March 8, Afghanistan became the first country in Central Asia...

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People Carrying COVAX Boxes

UNICEF USA Hails U.S. Plan to Share COVID-19 Vaccine Doses

The Biden Administration commits to support the COVAX Facility’s mission to distribute COVID-19 vaccines equitably around the world..
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YOUNG ATHLETES TAKE AN ACTIVE APPROACH

Young Athletes Take an Active Approach to COVID-19 in Montenegro

UNICEF, the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Sports and Youth helps Special Olympics adapts its Young Athletes program for home.
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Three generations of a family, citizens of the Navajo Nation, are photographed in Central Chinle Agency in Arizona.

Promoting Mental Health and Well-Being in Native Communities

A new guide offers strategies for COVID-19 first responders and others seeking help dealing with pandemic stress.
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You Can’t Mute People in Real Life

UNICEF USA Community Engagement Intern Synclaire Warren reflects on the mental health implications of reentering social life post pandemic.
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From left: 17-year-olds Margaret and Elizabeth, and Nite, 19, carry water from the newly rehabilitated borehole at Ilumum Primary School in Torit, South Sudan.

Managing Menstruation Helps Keep Girls in School in South Sudan

Menstruation shouldn't interrupt a girl's education. That's why UNICEF improves school facilities & distributes menstrual supply kits.
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