Providing hope for refugee children through education
As instability in Venezuela drives children away from their homes, many are finding ways to start again in Peru. For 15-year-old Nicole, adjusting to a new school and culture was difficult. With support from Education Cannot Wait, UNICEF is delivering quality programs that promote respect, non-discrimination and sensitivity, helping make this transition easier for children who are new to the country. With this support, Nicole has improved academically and socially and was recently elected to the student council.
Read Nicole’s story and learn how UNICEF is supporting refugee children >>
Delivering emergency relief in Gaza
Since the end of the ceasefire in March, more than 1,309 children have reportedly been killed and over 3,738 injured in Gaza. Children continue to bear the brunt of repeated attacks, aid blockades, constant forced displacement and the destruction of vital infrastructure. Despite the challenging circumstances, UNICEF and partners remain on the ground, delivering supplies and essential services to children in need — including malnutrition screening, supporting critical water, sanitation and hygiene services and setting up child-friendly spaces. But the children of Gaza need sustained support and an end to the violence.
Learn how UNICEF is responding to the needs of children amid ongoing attacks in Gaza >>
Supporting survivors injured by explosive remnants of war in Ukraine
More than three years into the war in Ukraine, an estimated 23 percent of the country is potentially contaminated with landmines. This poses a deadly threat to children who just want to play, go to school and go about their day. In November 2024, 13-year-old Nazar was seriously injured by an explosive remnant of war. UNICEF is working in Ukraine to provide tailored care for survivors like Nazar, including rehabilitation services, psychological support and assistive devices like crutches and walkers. UNICEF also conducts awareness sessions on the dangers of unexploded ordnance and how to identify it.
See how UNICEF is helping Nazar recover after being injured by an explosive remnant of war in Ukraine>>
How to help young people stay safe and healthy online
Social media can be a useful tool — allowing children to connect and learn — but it can also be a harmful source of stress, envy and loneliness for young people. One of UNICEF’s priorities is to ensure the mental well-being of children online as well as offline. To help them navigate digital content in a healthy way, UNICEF USA has compiled a few simple ways young people can be safer online.
Five ways to protect your mental health and safety online >>
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