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Objects I Carried With Me: Stories from Syrian Children

Publication date: March 8, 2019

March 15 marks the 8th year-mark of the war in Syria. There are now millions of children living in Syria, and in neighboring countries, who have never known anything but war. This photo series takes you through the memories of Syrian children – now living in Za’atari Refugee Camp – and the objects they brought with them that encapsulate those memories.

A Syrian boy holds a photo of himself in kindergarten.

Child Soldier: From War to Recovery

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: February 12, 2019

Every child deserves the opportunity to play, laugh and learn; to explore and grow in a world that nurtures them. Tragically, UNICEF estimates that tens of thousands of boys and girls under the age of 18 are used in conflicts worldwide. We recognize February 12 as International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers - to ensure a better, safer future for every child.

Former child soldier poses for an anonymous photo.

Children On the Move in Latin America

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: February 7, 2019

Over the past three years, the economic crisis in Venezuela has led hundreds of thousands of children and adolescents to leave the country with their families to migrate to other countries in the region, mostly to Peru and Colombia. They set out on the journey in difficult conditions and weary of the discrimination and xenophobia they might face in some places along the way.

Cyber Superheroes

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: February 1, 2019

It’s not often we have the opportunity to discuss the power of partnership through technology and the support of women. Although, times are changing and Cisco along with UNICEF Canada are advancing the prospects of women globally through their commitment to help communities, economies and futures – one woman at a time.

a man and a woman work at a computer which is showing code.

Saving Newborn Lives in Bangladesh

Posted by: Guest Author

Publication date: January 31, 2019

In Bangladesh, UNICEF is building Special Care New Born Units (SCANU) in local hospitals, to supply aid to newborns and infants – especially those who are in need of emergency intervention.

A Bangladeshi mother holds her newborn daughter up to her face.

Bringing healthcare to hard-to-reach communities in Nigeria

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: January 30, 2019

Mobile health teams, funded by Global Affairs Canada, are helping to ensure that children receive polio vaccinations, while also providing basic health services in hard-to-reach areas of Nigeria.

8 things you need to know about the Humanitarian Action for Children (a report by UNICEF)

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: January 29, 2019

Every year, UNICEF releases a Humanitarian Action for Children report. It’s our annual global appeal that draws attention to the situation of millions of children living in the world’s most difficult crises, while requesting the financial support needed to help these children survive and thrive in the face of extraordinary challenges.

A UNICEF aid worker carries a baby at a supply depot in Syria.

5 Unique Gifts for Loved Ones

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: January 24, 2019

This Valentine’s Day, give a gift that shares the love. UNICEF Canada has five unique gift-giving suggestions that make great alternatives to the traditional Valentine’s Day gifts.

Ending Child Labour at Every Step of the Supply Chain

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: January 14, 2019

Millions of children around the world are trapped in child labour, depriving them of their childhood, their health and education, and condemning them to a life of poverty and want. Of course, there is work that children do to help their families in ways that are neither harmful nor exploitative. But many children are stuck in unacceptable work for children – a serious violation of their rights.

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Welcome to the World, Baby!

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: January 4, 2019

In 2019, over 395,000 babies will be born around the world on New Year’s Day. Their future, like this new year, is full of possibility. These babies deserve the best start in life. It is their right. But too many babies will not survive their first year, or even their first month.

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Objects I Carried With Me: Stories from Syrian Children

Child Soldier: From War to Recovery

Children On the Move in Latin America

Cyber Superheroes

Saving Newborn Lives in Bangladesh

Bringing healthcare to hard-to-reach communities in Nigeria

8 things you need to know about the Humanitarian Action for Children (a report by UNICEF)

5 Unique Gifts for Loved Ones

Ending Child Labour at Every Step of the Supply Chain

Welcome to the World, Baby!

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