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Almost 5 million children born into war in Syria, 1 million born as refugees in neighbouring countries – UNICEF

Over 9,000 children killed or injured in the conflict, according to verified data

A child stands outside the ruins of a building in rural Syria.

Statement by UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore on the COVID-19 pandemic

UNICEF is working to help prevent the spread of the virus among communities in the affected countries. We are sharing accurate information on how to keep families safe, providing hygiene and medical kits to schools and health clinics, and mitigating the impact of the outbreak on children’s access to health, education and social services.

A Syrian volunteer disinfects a classroom in rural Idlib.

Everything You Wanted to Know About Washing Your Hands (But Were Afraid to Ask)

Washing your hands can protect you and your loved ones against the spread of disease such as coronavirus.

Children wash their hands at a primary school in Vietnam.

A Day in the Life: Online Schooling in Beijing

Xiaoyu is an eleventh grader who lives in Beijing, China. Since the beginning of the spring semester, in February 2020, she is one of the millions of primary and secondary students in China relying on online or televised learning to continue her education during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19: More than 95% of children are out of school in Latin America and the Caribbean

In Latin America and the Caribbean, over 154 million children, about 95 per cent of the enrolled, are temporarily out of school due to the COVID-19, UNICEF reported today based on UNESCO data.

COVID-19: Children at heightened risk of abuse, neglect, exploitation and violence amidst intensifying containment measures – UNICEF

Newly released technical guidance aims to help authorities strengthen protection measures for children during pandemic.

Yuanyuan washes her hands in the hospital ward where she is currently under isolation.

How teenagers can protect their mental health during coronavirus (COVID-19)

6 strategies for teens facing a new (temporary) normal.

Youth sits on her bed reading laptop screen

Supporting Your Kids Through the COVID-19 Outbreak: A Guide for Parents

Dr. Lisa Damour – psychologist, New York Times columnist and mom of two – provides advice for parents on how to help your children deal with the many emotions they may be experiencing as a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Children in Italy use clothes to send a message of support to their neighbours.

UN launches joint global humanitarian response plan to combat COVID-19 pandemic

UNICEF appeals for $651.6 million to help children impacted by global pandemic

UNICEF workers unpacking with face masks on

Statement by UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore on the disruption of immunization and basic health services due to the COVID-19 pandemic

As the pandemic progresses, critical life-saving services, including immunization, will likely be disrupted, especially in Africa, Asia and the Middle East where they are sorely needed.