UNICEF in Action

Stories about UNICEF's work for children around the world

What's Inside a UNICEF Early Childhood Development Kit? Why UNICEF sends puzzles, puppets and building blocks to children caught in crisis. [VIDEO]
In South Asia, the Impacts of School Closures May Last a Lifetime Pandemic-related school closures have had a profound impact on children's learning & mental well-being. Three children share their stories.
UNICEF Responds as War in Ukraine Fuels Food Crises Across Regions Disruptions in global markets have sent food prices soaring, heightening the risks of malnutrition for millions of children.
A Mother's Day Thank-You to Hero Moms Everywhere On Mother's Day and every day, hero moms make all the difference in the lives of children around the world.
From Bangladesh to Peru to Vietnam, COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Rise A number of countries have seen a dramatic rise in their vaccination rate in recent months.
For Refugee Children From Ukraine, a Safe Place to Play A Blue Dot refugee support center in Brasov, Romania offers children toys, games and the chance to be just kids again. [VIDEO]
In Lviv, a Teen Volunteer Helps People Fleeing War in Ukraine Solomiya, 16, says helping families in crisis has been one of the most valuable experiences of her life. [VIDEO]
Blue Dot Centers Help Children Traumatized by War in Ukraine UNICEF is supporting vital mental and psychosocial support programs for children whose lives have been turned upside-down. [VIDEO]
In Bucharest, a School for Ukrainian Refugee Children A UNICEF-supported pop-up primary school for newly arrived refugee children in Romania offers hope and a comforting sense of normalcy.
A Mother From Afghanistan Reflects on Her Family's Life This Ramadan Malnutrition, pneumonia and poverty keep Robina's children out of school. But she knows that with help, her kids will have a future. [VIDEO]
Strengthening Health Systems to Ensure Every Child Is Vaccinated Conflict, climate change & COVID-19 threaten decades of progress in childhood immunization. UNICEF is working to protect every child.
In the Fight for Climate Action, Girls' Voices Must Be Heard 4 out of 5 people displaced by climate change are girls and women. UNICEF is empowering girls to fight for a better future. [VIDEO]

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