September Newswire

Urge Congress to Address Police Use of Force

As we grapple with the irreparable harm of yet another police-involved shooting -- this time, Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin -- join us in continuing our call to the Senate to immediately pass the Justice in Policing Act (S. 3912) to address police violence.

Act Now >>

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UNICEF's response in Lebanon and how you can help

The explosions in Beirut have added to the crisis in a country that was already strained by COVID-19 and economic instability. UNICEF is providing critical response aid to help thousands of children recover from the destruction.

Learn more about our response and how to help >>

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Creating normalcy for children returning to school

The new school year is far from normal and returning to school can create fear and uncertainty for children. Child-friendly masks featuring colorful and playful designs are one way to create a sense of normalcy and keep children safe.

Read more about using masks to adapt to the new normal in the New York Times >>

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Yemeni mothers keeping their communities safe with PPE

Even before COVID-19, UNICEF-supported communities in Yemen have mobilized information and supplies to fight health threats like cholera. Today, mother-to-mother educators are acting again to sew up to 100 masks a day and distribute them to families.

Read more about how moms are protecting families in Yemen >>

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How people are helping their communities stay strong during the pandemic

Across the world, people have found inventive ways to use their skills and goodwill to support their communities through the pandemic -- from building art galleries in their backyards to distributing food to families in need.

Read more in NPR's Goats and Soda >>

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