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Under The Knife

Publication date: June 25, 2024

A razorblade should not be a rite of passage for a child. And yet, globally, 2 million girls under age 5 each year are held down, their bodies cut, carved and stitched up in unnatural form. Around the world today, at least 230 million girls and women have survived FGM and live with its lasting physical and psychological effects.

Rediscovering My Local Ecosystem: My Journey to British Columbia’s Clam Gardens

Posted by: Guest Author

Publication date: June 21, 2024

Our UNICEF Canada Youth Advocate, Daniel, shares about British Columbia's clam gardens. Indigenous peoples have been building clam gardens for at least 3,500 years. Research shows that these gardens are three times more productive than wild beaches in producing clams, such as the butter clam and littleneck clams. He urges everyone to explore their local ecosystems, learn about their area's history and traditional practices, and get involved to protect the environment around them.

On 2SLGBTQ+ Rights Canada is Great, But Not Perfect

Posted by: Guest Author

Publication date: June 17, 2024

As we celebrate Pride Month, we should be proud of all the work we have done over the last few decades to make our 2SLGBTQ+ community feel safer. Despite the accomplishments, we should not let our foot off the gas. While we have made progress that we should be proud of, we are never immune from sabotage and backsliding.

A picture of pride flag at a pride march.

Ten things you didn’t know about child labour

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: June 12, 2024

June 12 is the World Day Against Child Labour. Today, and every day, we stand for every child’s right to a childhood – working to protect children from harm, including dangerous and often illegal work. Empower yourself with knowledge and join the fight.

13 year old Ibrahim works in a mechanics shop to help support his family in Syria.

The (Super) Power of Consistency

Posted by: Sevaun Palvetzian

Publication date: June 10, 2024

Consistency is about how you repeatedly show up. Without question, having raw talent helps. Specialized knowledge does too. But the true game changer for success – on or off the field – is consistency.

Our Planet Brings Us Together

Posted by: Guest Author

Publication date: June 4, 2024

Each small step taken by an individual contributes significantly to the collective impact within our communities; and by educating myself, I hope that I have taken a step as well - Noura, 22, Ontario, UNICEF Canada Youth Advocate.

Young people at a climate protest holding placards on climate change.

Resetting the Geopolitical Table: Global Shifts and Humanitarian Action in a New, Polycrisis World.

Posted by: Sevaun Palvetzian

Publication date: May 31, 2024

This week, an incredible panel of Sarah Chapman, PhD Peter John Loewen, Niloufar Pourzand PhD, Thierry Delvigne-Jean joined me for a discussion hosted by UNICEF Canada on, “Resetting the Geopolitical Table: Global Shifts and Humanitarian Action in a New, Polycrisis World.”

Group photo of the panel participants during the event.

Painting Olympics for children and youth

Posted by: Sevaun Palvetzian

Publication date: May 23, 2024

Each August, in Vancouver, children and young people between the ages of 4 and 25 gather for a live painting competition. There are hundreds of kids in front of easels ready to “paint off” in support of other children around the world.

Children painting during a painting olympics in Vancouver.

3 gift ideas for a meaningful Mother's Day

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: May 8, 2024

Celebrate the mother in your lives with these amazing Survival Gifts for mothers everywhere.

A mother holds her child lovingly as it laughs in her lap.

A healthy future for mothers and their children

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: May 1, 2024

We hear it often, but it remains true – a healthy mother means a healthy child. And they both need the right support to protect their well-being – from access to affordable, quality healthcare to good nutrition practices to clean water.

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Under The Knife

Rediscovering My Local Ecosystem: My Journey to British Columbia’s Clam Gardens

On 2SLGBTQ+ Rights Canada is Great, But Not Perfect

Ten things you didn’t know about child labour

The (Super) Power of Consistency

Our Planet Brings Us Together

Resetting the Geopolitical Table: Global Shifts and Humanitarian Action in a New, Polycrisis World.

Painting Olympics for children and youth

3 gift ideas for a meaningful Mother's Day

A healthy future for mothers and their children

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