UNICEF in Action

Stories about UNICEF's work for children around the world

Yemen's Children Are on the Edge of Starvation Three years of brutal civil war have destroyed Yemen's economy and created a devastating humanitarian crisis.
Six Ways Yemen Is in Crisis Some of the world's most vulnerable children are watching their homeland crumble.
With Yemen on the Brink of Collapse, a Call for an End to the Horrors UNICEF Executive Director Fore urges swift action to save and protect Yemen's children.
Six Things You Should Know About Yemen's Deepening Humanitarian Crisis Three years of intense civil war have pushed underdeveloped, overlooked Yemen to the brink of collapse. Peace is the only way forward.
Signs of Hope in Bangladesh UNICEF USA board member Dolores Rice Gahan reflects on her recent visit to a Rohingya refugee camp.
Two Drops of Patience: UNICEF and Rotary's Fight to Eradicate Polio See how far Patience Asiimwe will go to make sure every child in Uganda is protected from polio — with help from Rotary and UNICEF.
Unsung Heroes: Vaccinators Climb Mountains to Save Children's Lives As Yemen's health system crumbles, mobile vaccination teams are going the extra mile to reach children with lifesaving health services.
As Hurricane Willa Closes in on Mexico, UNICEF Stands Ready to Help UNICEF is there for children whenever and wherever disaster strikes. As Hurricane Willa approaches Mexico, UNICEF stands ready to help.
UNICEF Next Generation: Stepping Up to Protect the World's Children NextGen's young leaders leverage their skills, energy, influence and financial resources to save children's lives around the world.
Migrant Children Caught in a Cycle of Hardship and Danger A new UNICEF Child Alert explores why migrants flee Central America for the U.S. and Mexico, calling for the protection of their children
"Shelter": Human Stories from Central America What would it take to leave your home behind? Central Americans heading North in search of safety share their stories in a new documentary.
Growing Up Surrounded by Violence in Central America Extreme levels of organized crime and gang violence are facts of life for many children growing up scared in Central America.

UNICEF in Action

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