UNICEF in Action

Stories about UNICEF's work for children around the world

Born Into War For the more than 3 million children born in Yemen since the civil war escalated in 2015, staying alive is a daily struggle.
Scars of War After nearly four years of volatile conflict, the scars of war run deep on eastern Ukraine's youngest citizens.
End Stigma, End Trafficking Stigma and harmful social norms serve as both a result of and a catalyst for the trafficking of women and children.
Building a Safe Home for Children The fight to end child trafficking is a crucial part of UNICEF's commitment to protecting the rights and futures of children everywhere.
Investing in Young Talent in Malawi The K.I.N.D. Fund is outfitting Malawi's schools with desks and providing scholarships so thousands of girls can stay in school.
5 Ways UNICEF Helped Change Lives This Year 2017 was a devastating year for the world's children. Here are ways that UNICEF made a difference.
What Led This Renowned Scientist to Give Back Through UNICEF Mahmoud Ghannoum: "Without UNICEF support, I wouldn't be where I am now."
UNICEF Follow-Up: Life After Ebola Four years ago in Western Guinea, a child fell ill with Ebola. Today, UNICEF is there helping the community heal.
Give Joy This holiday season, UNICEF celebrates the power of play to help children learn and grow.
Reaching India's Forgotten Children UNICEF USA New York board member Purvi Padia has made it her mission to help the 1.5 million children in India growing up without a family.
How the New Tax Law Will Affect Your Support for the World's Children The tax code is changing but the needs of the world's vulnerable children remain just as urgent. The effects on you and your year-end giving
How It Feels to Help — and Keep Helping — Puerto Rico Build Back Since Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico, UNICEF USA has been pitching in there. A UNICEF USA staffer's personal account of the ongoing work.

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