UNICEF in Action

Stories about UNICEF's work for children around the world

As Malnutrition Rates Soar in Burkina Faso, UNICEF Steps Up Assistance Food insecurity is on the rise in Burkina Faso. UNICEF is increasing efforts to reach vulnerable children in need.
Families Living on the Edge as Sri Lanka's Economic Crisis Deepens Food and fuel shortages, power cuts and political uncertainty are impacting the lives of Sri Lanka's children. [VIDEO]
A Ukrainian Refugee Family Finds Safety in London Seven-year-old Davyd is one of millions of children uprooted by the war in Ukraine. [VIDEO]
UNICEF Providing Emergency Aid After Devastating Floods in Bangladesh UNICEF is working to meet the immediate needs of children and families caught in the deadly flooding in northeastern Bangladesh.
Deaf Students in Bhutan Create Country's First Sign Language The project is a major step forward in a country committed to inclusive education, with UNICEF playing a supporting role.
Economic Crisis in Sri Lanka Hurting Children Most UNICEF appeals for support to meet the urgent needs of the country's most vulnerable. [VIDEO]
Amid Conflict in Ethiopia, Proof of the Enduring Power of Mothers Despite hardship and trauma, a story of the unshakeable strength and kindness of women in northern Ethiopia.
UNICEF Reaching Those in Need After Afghanistan's Deadly Earthquake In the aftermath of a devastating quake, UNICEF is protecting children and providing urgently needed supplies and assistance. [VIDEO]
UNICEF in Eastern and Southern Africa How UNICEF is working with partners to meet children's urgent needs in a region suffering from severe drought and other crises.
This Eid Al-Adha, Remember the World's Most Vulnerable Children Your generosity during Eid is helping UNICEF protect the lives and futures of vulnerable children around the world.
Drought Forcing More Girls into Child Marriage in the Horn of Africa UNICEF underscores increased risks to adolescent girls in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia where families are desperate to survive.
The Convention on the Rights of the Child: Still Critical 30+ Years On The international treaty remains a powerful guiding force behind UNICEF's work.

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