UNICEF in India
Climate change and related shocks are depriving many children and families in India from enjoying the benefits of India's economic growth. UNICEF is there, working with local partners to strengthen...
Intensifying conflict, malnutrition and disease in the Gaza Strip creates a deadly cycle that threatens over 1.1 million children
NEW YORK (January 5, 2024) – Children in the Gaza Strip face a deadly triple threat to their lives, as cases of diseases rise, nutrition plummets and the escalation in hostilities approaches its...
At least two children reportedly killed, and 15 injured in latest wave of deadly attacks across Ukraine
NEW YORK (January 3, 2024) – “Two children have reportedly been killed and at least 15 children have been reportedly injured in a wave of deadly attacks across several areas in Ukraine. “Over the last...
UNICEF in Armenia
UNICEF is working alongside the government and other local partners in Armenia to support and protect refugee children and families and strengthen key community-based services.
Hundreds of vulnerable children evacuated for second time as Sudan war continues to put millions of children at risk
NEW YORK (December 27, 2023) – 253 babies and children have been safely evacuated from transit centers in Wad Madani, Sudan to a safer location in the country, after fighting in Al Jazirah state...
Statement by UNICEF on the risk of famine in the Gaza Strip
NEW YORK (December 22, 2023) – “Yesterday, the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) warned the world of the very high risk of famine in the Gaza Strip, increasing every day if the...
Almost three million children in Sudan’s Al Jazirah state at risk as violence escalates – UNICEF
NEW YORK (December 21, 2023) – The escalation in fighting in Sudan’s Al Jazirah state has reportedly forced at least 150,000 children from their homes in less than a week, UNICEF warned today. The...
‘Barely a drop to drink’: children in the Gaza Strip do not access 90 percent of their normal water use
NEW YORK (December 20, 2023) – Recently displaced children in the southern Gaza Strip are accessing only 1.5 to 2 liters of water each day, well below the recommended requirements just for survival...
UNICEF's Role in Israel, Gaza and the West Bank
Frequently asked questions on UNICEF's humanitarian mandate to aid children suffering through unprecedented catastrophe.
Parenting: Teaching Your Child Healthy Habits
Parents and caregivers can teach kids to make good choices around eating, sleeping and personal hygiene. These and other healthy habits can protect them physically and mentally — now and in future. Le...