UNICEF in Action

Stories about UNICEF's work for children around the world

Devastating Earthquake Hits Syria and Turkey UNICEF field office teams in Syria are assessing damage and providing emergency aid after a 7.8-magnitude earthquake rocked the region.
Weathering Winter With Help From UNICEF Freezing, damp conditions pose a threat to children in humanitarian crises. UNICEF & partners provide critical support.
Making a Difference in Afghanistan This Ramadan Amid a devastating humanitarian and economic crisis, UNICEF is bringing much-needed relief to children in Afghanistan.
Postcards From the Edge Children worldwide share stories of perseverance and hope as they call on leaders to make good on the promise of education for all.
What Is FGM? UNICEF is working to eliminate female genital mutilation, a cruel and unnecessary practice. [VIDEO]
5 Ways to Fight Racism and Xenophobia Coronavirus fears fueled a rise in intolerance and hate crimes. Now is the time to speak out against racism and hate speech.
Ballet Benefit Raises Funds to Help Ukraine's Children The Ukraine Ballet Benefit has raised more than $800K to support Ukrainians in need.
UNICEF Responds to Cholera Emergency in Malawi As cholera cases continue to rise, UNICEF scales up water, sanitation and hygiene support — helping schools reopen safely to students.
In Yemen, Each Ramadan Is Harder Than the Last UNICEF helps struggling families make ends meet in war-torn Yemen. [VIDEO]
Progress in the Fight Against Neglected Tropical Diseases Efforts to tackle neglected tropical diseases are a global public health success story.
This Ramadan, Children in Yemen Are Struggling to Survive More than 70 percent of Yemen's population, including 12.9 million children, need humanitarian aid. UNICEF is working to save lives.
'Children Are Still Dying' in Pakistan, UNICEF Warns World A call for support to help build community resiliency in flood-impacted areas and advance longer-term goals for children.

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