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UNICEF’S Work to Prevent and Treat Childhood Malnutrition

UNICEF works to prevent childhood malnutrition by improving access to nutritious, safe, affordable and sustainable diets.

Baby in her father’s arms, being screened for malnutrition by a UNICEF-supported mobile health team worker, using a mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) tape.

CHILD PROTECTION

UNICEF is keeping kids safe by working with our partners to strengthen and support children's protection programs.

In Afghanistan, a young girl smiles at the camera, with the blue strap of a UNICEF backpack over her arm.

Supporting Children’s Education

UNICEF supports children’s right to education by ensuring they have access to quality learning and skills development.

In Niger, excited schoolchildren smile and laugh at their desks after receiving UNICEF school backpacks.

PROTECTING EVERY CHILD’S RIGHT TO HEALTH

UNICEF is supporting children’s right to health by strengthening health systems and providing access to life-saving vaccines.

Close-up of a smiling toddler girl as she is held by a UNICEF worker, Philippines.

Providing quality healthcare to mothers and newborns

All babies and mothers should have access to affordable, high-quality healthcare. Learn more about our efforts.

In Sudan, a smiling mother holds up her 10-month-old daughter.

Peace must prevail for Syria’s children

Statement by UNICEF Middle East and North Africa Regional Director Edouard Beigbeder

A child makes heart shape with their hands at a child protection centre in Syria

Violence sending shocks around Haiti’s collapsing health system

Armed groups in the capital have strangled supply chains, putting millions of children at risk of disease and malnutrition.

An image of mothers and children at La Paix University Hospital, where hundreds of mothers brought their children for screening and treatment of malnutrition.

Making a difference for generations to come

Discover the heartfelt story of a supporter who has chosen to leave a gift in their Will with UNICEF Canada.

Children at the playground of their school made out of recycled plastic bricks, in Nabekounoubobo, a village in the North of Côte d’Ivoire.

Honorary Council

UNICEF Canada is proud and honoured to work with members of its Honorary Council – Canadian individuals and families who have provided distinguished service and outstanding support to help achieve our mission.

Painting Olympics for children and youth

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.