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UNICEF Provides Emergency Supplies to Treat Children Injured in Central African Republic Fighting
NEW YORK (December 9, 2013) – UNICEF has distributed emergency medical supplies to hospitals in Bangui, the capital of Central African Republic, following clashes in recent days that have left...
Over 23 Million Children to be Vaccinated in Mass Polio Immunization Campaign across Middle East
NEW YORK (December 9, 2013) – The largest-ever immunization response in the Middle East is under way this week, aiming to vaccinate more than 23 million children against polio in Syria and neighboring...
Children targeted in Central African Republic Atrocities
As UN Security Council passes resolution, immediate action needed to protect children from rampant violence NEW YORK (December 6, 2013) – One year after the start of the conflict in the Central...
Anthony Lake, UNICEF Executive Director Statement of Condolence Nelson Mandela
UNICEF joins millions of people around the world who mourn the loss of Nelson Mandela, former President of South Africa Today we have all lost a hero, a powerful champion for children. The father of...
Kimberly-Clark Announces Grant Winner for Global Hygiene Initiative
Partner Release ROSWELL, Ga., Dec. 5, 2013 — Kimberly-Clark Corp. will donate $50,000 in support of a UNICEF clean water, sanitation and hygiene project in response to consumer votes received during...
Another Harsh Winter Bears Down on Syria’s Children
Displaced Syrian children particularly vulnerable to cold weather, inadequate water and sanitation NEW YORK (December 3, 2013) – Nearly 5.5 million vulnerable Syrian children will soon face another...
Katy Perry Appointed Newest UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
NEW YORK (December 3, 2013) – At a special event held today at UNICEF Headquarters, global pop superstar Katy Perry was appointed UNICEF’s newest Goodwill Ambassador, with a special focus on engaging...
More than 850,000 infants saved from HIV since 2005, but alarming trends seen among adolescents
UNICEF report shows that new infections among adolescents could be halved by 2020 NEW YORK, November 29, 2013 – A new report released today by UNICEF shows great progress has been made to prevent...
Breastfeeding is Life-Saving for Babies in Philippines Typhoon Emergency
UN agencies stress need for breastfeeding support to mothers in affected areas NEW YORK (November 28, 2013) – UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO) today called on those involved in the...
UNICEF Distributes School Equipment and Aid Supplies to Children in Philippines
NEW YORK (November 26, 2013) UNICEF is distributing School-in-a-Box and recreation kits to children in Tacloban and Roxas still living amidst the chaos left by Super Typhoon Haiyan. More than 350...