Eight-year-old Alona and her family had to flee their home in Ukraine due to shelling, leaving most of their belongings behind. Here’s how UNICEF’s mobile team is providing mental health support to help children like Alona find stability during the chaos of war. #OnMyMind
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UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up.
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The power of collective action can be staggering. Ahead of #UNGA this year, we are reminded of the progress we've made for millions of children through our incredible partnerships, such as: • Eradicating 99.9% of polio • Providing over 2 billion people with access to safely managed drinking water since 2000 • Reducing under-5 child mortality rates by two-thirds since 1990, with the lowest rate ever recorded in 2023 We’ve overcome the seemingly impossible before, and we can do so again. But if we want to meet the #globalgoals by 2030 and ensure a fairer, better, more sustainable world – we need to do more. Together, we can shape a better future #ForEveryChild. https://lnkd.in/gUJ6HXyM
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“I know we are all concerned with the situation involving Lebanon and Israel and the Secretary General has urged all concerned to exercise maximum restraint to avert any further escalation and any further escalation would be terrible in terms of consequences for children. “Today, I am concluding a visit to Israel, the Gaza Strip and the West Bank where I had the opportunity to meet with children from different communities who have been affected by this terrible war. October 7 was a horrible day, and every day since has been horrible too for children in this fourth major escalation in 10 years and the result of an unresolved conflict and a history of occupation.” Full remarks below from Ted Chaiban, UNICEF Deputy Executive Director for Humanitarian Action and Supply Operations.
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“I knew that I was underage and should not be getting married so early as it would have negative effects on me and my body,” says 15-year-old Azida from Bangladesh. For nearly four years, Azida has been attending an adolescent club at a UNICEF-supported centre, where she learned about child marriage, early pregnancy, child abuse and more. Support and knowledge from her facilitators empowered her to speak out, ultimately ending discussions about her own marriage. Now, she eagerly participates in embroidery courses at the centre, designed to equip adolescents with practical skills for the future. More power to you, Azida! 💙
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244 million children are out of school worldwide. This is more than a number – it’s a wake-up call. To achieve the #globalgoals we need to act now to accelerate progress, ensure every child has access to quality education and prevent an entire generation from being left behind. #UNGA
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“Instead of learning and playing, children are supporting their families - spending long hours queuing for water, carrying loads far too heavy, or caring for younger siblings.” Jane Courtney, UNICEF Education Manager, shares heartbreaking scenes from Gaza.
Hope amid the rubble - Restoring learning in the Gaza Strip
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Nearly 3.4 million children in Sudan under five years of age are at high risk of epidemic diseases as the country grapples with multiple disease outbreaks including cholera. UNICEF and its partners are supporting Sudanese authorities in tackling the cholera outbreak. This includes: ✅ delivery of vaccines ✅ sharing vital information about cholera prevention, including proper handwashing ✅ setting up oral rehydration points
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In western Nepal, young people are learning that it's okay to talk about their mental health. With support from UNICEF and partners, this is how they’re gaining the skills to manage their emotions and seek help. #OnMyMind
Shifting perspectives on mental health
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Devastating floods and landslides caused by Typhoon Yagi in Southeast Asia have affected nearly 6 million children. Across Viet Nam, Myanmar, Laos and Thailand, their access to education, clean water and essential services is under serious risk. UNICEF and partners are on the ground, providing lifesaving support to children and families, including safe drinking water, hygiene and health kits, mental health support and learning and recreational materials. Typhoon Yagi is the most powerful storm to hit Asia so far this year. The intensifying frequency and compounding effects of climate-related hazards are putting children’s lives and futures at risk. We need urgent #ClimateAction, for every child.
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How can the Summit of the Future ensure global leaders listen to and take action for the future of children and youth? Join the conversation between United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres and Dr. Vee K., Youth Engagement Advisor, UNICEF Innovation, to find out.
“The decisions we are taking now will have impact on the lives of young people and on the lives of those that will come after us.” United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, while speaking to Dr. Vee K., Youth Engagement Advisor, UNICEF Innovation, in an interview about the Summit of the Future. Join the #SummitOfOURFuture campaign to drive collective action in unlocking resources now ⏰ for young frontier tech entrepreneurs in emerging markets, and to invest in their innovation ecosystems to support future generations of innovators. 🙌🏾 👉🏾 https://uni.cf/future