John,

During the month of Ramadan, children and families around the world are coming together to celebrate with loved ones. But for millions of children growing up in conflict zones, this special time of year is marked by the horrific violence of war.

In Afghanistan, children have known nothing but conflict their entire lives. With 5 million Afghan children on the brink of famine, many are facing the impacts of widespread hunger and malnutrition this Ramadan.

In Syria, 11 years and counting of violence and displacement has led to over 5 million children seeking humanitarian assistance. As so many around the world gather with their families and communities to break fast during Ramadan, children across Syria are struggling to simply survive.

In Yemen, after seven long years of horrific war, 12.3 million children need critical support and protection. This Ramadan, 1 in every 2 Yemeni children are at severe risk of starvation.

Every child has a right to grow up healthy, educated and safe from harm. And John, your support helps make this a reality for children around the world – providing them with access to nutritious food, shelter, learning materials and other critical resources. Every action you take for children helps make better, brighter futures possible.

Thank you for all you do to create change that lasts a lifetime in the lives of children.

Save the Children