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The children of Jordan’s Za’atari refugee camp, five years on

An update on the lives of some of the 430,000 people, mostly Syrian refugees, who have lived in or passed through the Za'atari Refugee Camp over the last five years.

Giving children the best start in life: Why breastfeeding matters to everyone

Breastfeeding has been recognized around the world as a way to support and boost a child's well-being, especially in the early stages of life. Are babies in Canada being held to the same standard?

Clooney Foundation for Justice Partners with UNICEF to Open Seven Public Schools to Syrian Refugee Children in Lebanon

With support from Google.org and HP Inc., the Clooney Foundation for Justice's $2.25 million partnership and $1 million technology grant will enroll thousands of currently out-of-school refugees in formal education and provide additional support for Lebanese and Syrian children in public schools across Lebanon.

My cat makes me happy: What Canada’s youth told us about their well-being

A new UNICEF Canada report released today highlights what Canada’s youth consider critical to their well-being. Among the insights, holistic health and a sense of belonging top the list.

Five signs of life in Yemen

Years of conflict in Yemen have left 18.8 million people - some 70 per cent of the population - in need of humanitarian assistance. Despite the trauma that many--especially children--are facing, there are signs of hope in the chaos.

My Cat Makes Me Happy: New UNICEF Canada report reveals Canada’s kids say health and belonging most important to their well-being

A new UNICEF Canada report released today highlights what Canada’s youth consider critical to their well-being. Among the insights, holistic health and a sense of belonging top the list.

“Nothing can justify terrible acts of abuse against women and children in Kasai”: UNICEF

Statement attributable to Marie-Pierre Poirier, UNICEF Regional Director for West and Central Africa

The Changemakers: 10 youth building peace in their communities

Political instability, labour market challenges and limited space for political and civic participation have led to increasing isolation of youth in societies. Despite this, there are some life-changing movements and activities happening in communities around the world, thanks to young people who are leading the charge for change.

Denied a childhood

In one of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s poorest regions, the future of an entire generation of children is at risk.

UNICEF responds to Sierra Leone mudslide as more than 100 children reported dead

UNICEF is on the ground urgently responding to the needs of displaced families affected by the flooding and landslides in Sierra Leone’s capital Freetown which have killed several hundred people including at least 109 children, according to government sources. The death-toll is expected to rise, with over 600 people, including many children, still unaccounted for.