UNICEF in action

Young people are taking an active role in local government as Minneapolis celebrates its official recognition as a UNICEF Child Friendly City.

"My name is Shaimaa. I am 14 years old, and this is my Makanna — my safe space."

Arafa almost lost her twins to malnutrition. UNICEF is helping them recover — but much more needs to be done to aid other children in Sudan.

Back-to-back earthquakes rocked Syria and Türkiye on Feb. 6, 2023. UNICEF continues to respond to the needs of children. [VIDEO]

UNICEF is working with partners to ensure new technologies benefit children, while providing them with the tools they need to protect themselves.

The Global Polio Eradication Initiative offers a blueprint for addressing other infectious disease outbreaks and public health crises.

Children are not responsible for war, but they pay the highest price. As the bombardment of Gaza continues, children share their stories.

UNICEF psychosocial support kits help children like 7-year-old Ehsan cope with overwhelming stress and trauma.