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My Journey with The 25th Team – Part 2

Publication date: May 30, 2019

As UNICEF Canada’s 25th Team begins to transition to the next phase with Women UNlimited, 25th Team member Jennifer Toby reflects back on her journey through verse.

A School for Irene: Girls’ Education in Uganda

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: May 22, 2019

Irene is 14 years old and in grade 7 – which in Uganda, where she lives, is unusual for girls her age. UNICEF supported programs in Uganda are helping to ensure that Irene and girls like her are able to stay in school longer, sparking positive change in the community.

A girl writes on a chalkboard in a classroom in Uganda.

A Letter to Moms of the World

Posted by: Guest Author

Publication date: May 9, 2019

In advance of Mother's Day, UNICEF Canada 25th Team member Stasia Schmidt takes a moment to reflect on her experiences as a mom, and how they helped to link her to the other moms she met during her field visits with the 25th Team.

Girls’ Education in Uganda: Water, Sanitation and School Attendance

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: May 8, 2019

Gender equality and the empowerment of girls and women is at the heart of UNICEF’s mandate to realize the rights of all children.

Children wash their hands at a school WASH club

The undeniable power of vaccines

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: May 8, 2019

As Ukraine faces one of the world’s worst measles outbreaks, doctors and parents work together to dispel myths about vaccines.

A Gathering Storm: Climate Change in Bangladesh

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: May 7, 2019

With massive tropical storms and instances of heavy flooding on the rise, climate change is clouding the future of children in Bangladesh.

Two women and a small child wade through floodwaters in Bangladesh.

UNICEF Canada Community Champions - University of Western Ontario

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: May 3, 2019

UNICEF is the world's leading child-focused humanitarian organization. We work in 192 countries throughout the world - our determination and reach is unparalleled. Our work for every child relies entirely on voluntary support, which is why every month we want to spotlight one of our community champions – volunteers from all across Canada who are working hard to support UNICEF’s mission.

University of Western Ontario campus club

Top Gifts for Mother's Day 2019

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: May 2, 2019

It’s no secret – shopping for gifts isn’t always easy. But UNICEF Canada is here to take the guesswork out of shopping with our 2019 Mother’s Day gift guide.