UNICEF in Action

Stories about UNICEF's work for children around the world

War in Ukraine Highlights Danger Explosive Weapons Pose to Children UNICEF is increasing explosive ordnance risk education and advocating for the global eradication of indiscriminate weapons.
A Welcome in Romania for Ukrainian Children with Disabilities The staff at the facility in Baicoi had limited experience caring for children with disabilities before the group arrived. [VIDEO]
Extreme Flooding in Bangladesh Puts 1.5M Children at Risk UNICEF is supporting the Government of Bangladesh's emergency response as floodwaters damage homes, schools and critical infrastructure.
UNICEF Working With City of Houston to Improve Child Mental Health As part of UNICEF's Child Friendly Cities Initiative, the City of Houston is prioritizing child and adolescent mental health.
Safe Water in the DRC Means Girls Never Have to Miss School Again UNICEF and partners are ensuring communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have access to safe water. [VIDEO]
UNICEF Helps Children Heal From the Shock of War in Ukraine UNICEF-supported mobile health teams are helping children impacted by the war in Ukraine get back to the business of being kids. [VIDEO]
For Ukraine's Children, Invisible Scars of War Five-year-old Arthur lost the ability to speak when the bombardment of Mariupol began. Ukraine's children need our support now. [VIDEO]
Beyond COVID-19: UNICEF's Push to Improve Primary Health Care How can the world prepare for future pandemics? By building better health systems. UNICEF is advocating for greater investment in 5 areas.
Little Ishak Recovers From Malnutrition in Syria UNICEF and partners are supporting children's nutrition and access to primary health care in Rural Damascus, Syria.
UNICEF to World: Syria's Children Need Help Now UNICEF appeals for more support to address impacts of over a decade of violent conflict, COVID-19 and economic fallout from war in Ukraine.
Helping Kids Bounce Back From Pandemic Stress and Isolation in Myanmar UNICEF and partners are expanding mental health services for children and young people in Myanmar.
UNICEF Urges Lifesaving Action For Children With Severe Wasting Life-threatening malnutrition cases are set to rise amid a spiraling global food crisis — endangering millions of young lives.

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