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Children stand amidst lava from the volcanic eruption of Mount Nyiragongo, which occurred late on May 22, 2021 in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

First a Volcano, Now an Earthquake in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Donate Now UPDATE: On May 27, thousands of families left their homes yet again after authorities issued an evacuation order for parts of the city of Goma following warnings that Mount Nyiragongo might...

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Special Olympics health tips Infographic to help children with disabilities take good care of themselves during the coronavirus pandemic

Special Olympics Infographic: Health Tips for Kids With Disabilities

In humanitarian emergencies, children with disabilities are among those most at risk. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, UNICEF and Special Olympics have worked to protect the rights of children with disabilities and meet their needs — and their families'.

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Family at Memorial

George Floyd’s Legacy Calls for Police Reforms That Include Children

On the first anniversary of Floyd’s death, supporters of child- and youth-focused reforms envision law enforcement that will serve everyone.
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On May 6, 2021, patients receive treatment in the ICU ward at Mulund Jumbo's COVID-19 center in Mumbai, India.

Companies Mobilize Urgent Funds to India With UNICEF USA

India's brutal second wave of COVID-19 calls for urgent action. Companies are answering that call by supporting UNICEF's emergency response.
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A child suffering from acute malnutrition drinks therapeutic milk provided by UNICEF as part of the ongoing humanitarian response in Ethiopia's Tigray region.

Crisis in Ethiopia: UNICEF Seeks Support to Step Up Tigray Relief

UNICEF's emergency response plan in the embattled region requires closing a significant funding gap.
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Young Girls with UNICEF Hats

Honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

The month of May recognizes the history and culture of the AAPI Diaspora community and their contributions to the US and the world.
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Mental Health Graphic

Fostering a Community of Helpers: Organizing Around Mental Health

Read about how our UNITERs are empowering young people to take action on mental health
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On May 17, 2021, Palestinian children walk in front of a house that was targeted by the Israeli bombardment in Gaza City.

Immediate Humanitarian Access Needed to Protect 1M Children in Gaza

UNICEF is calling for a halt to hostilities and the establishment of humanitarian corridors for supply delivery and medical care.
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Man Getting Vaccination

The COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout in Laos, Where Everyone Is Like Family

Nurses who’ve held the coronavirus front line continue to take care of their own, immunizing their nation's elders and those most at risk.
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