Measles vaccinations in Africa have saved nearly 20 million lives since 2000 and more than 500 million children in Africa have been protected through routine immunisation. We’re delighted to celebrate this remarkable progress that demonstrates the lifesaving power of vaccines. @who.int
In November 2023, babies evacuated from #Gaza were sent to Egypt for lifesaving medical care — many without their parents. Earlier this month, 11 of those children were reunited with their families in Khan Younis.
For some, it was the first time they had been held by their parents since birth.
Recent violence in #Lebanon significantly increased child protection risks, including family separation, psychological distress and reduced access to essential services.
A ceasefire offers a critical opportunity to reach children and families who have endured immense suffering.
UNICEF is outraged by the killing of two drivers of trucks contracted by UNICEF to provide clean water to families in the Gaza Strip.
Full statement: https://unicef.link/4cVCyP9
Save the date for the launch of the GCM Family Unity Initiative by OHCHR, @unicefusa.org, IOM, KIND, and MYCP.
A global partnership advancing migration pathways that protect family life and keep families together.
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Supplies are unloaded at the newly established shelter site in Sports City in Beirut, Lebanon.
A child kicks a soccer ball outside of a shelter in Lebanon. A group of children are lined up behind him, and a UNICEF staff member is standing nearby.
A group of girls play with toys outside of a tent in a shelter in Lebanon.
The ceasefire in #Lebanon brings much-needed hope, but children need more than a pause in hostilities – they need a real chance to recover.
As always, UNICEF is there, delivering #ForEveryChild. We'll continue to offer updates in the coming days.
Nine-year-old Tuqaa and her siblings have seen things no child should ever witness.
Forced to flee her home, Tuqaa is one of millions of children whose lives have been upended by three years of civil war in #Sudan.
What you need to know: https://www.unicefusa.org/sudan-3-years-bsky
Pencils ✔️ Notebooks ✔️ Joy ✔️
Across #Gaza, UNICEF supports more than 150 temporary learning spaces — because every child deserves the chance to learn, grow and thrive.
"Since 2000, global under-5 mortality has dropped by 50 percent. U.S. federal funding for UNICEF helps make results like these possible." + a photo of a smiling baby sitting in a parent's lap
Millions of children are alive today thanks to UNICEF's time-tested work. Millions more have been protected with improved health and brighter futures. This work #ForEveryChild must continue.
Join us in urging Congress to support UNICEF funding now: https://www.unicefusa.org/supportfundingforunicef
A child nibbles on a pouch of ready-to-use therapeutic food. Text reads, "As Sudan marks 3 years of war, UNICEF keeps delivering for children. Sudan remains mired in one of the worst humanitarian crises for children anywhere in the world. UNICEF is there, working to improve child survival and protection, and sustain essential services in the face of ongoing conflict and displacement."
Today marks three years since the onset of a brutal civil war in #Sudan.
UNICEF and partners are working around the clock to reach children and families with protection, safe water, health care and essential supplies.
Learn more, including how to help: https://www.unicefusa.org/sudan-3-years-bsky
You can speak out #ForEveryChild, too. Join advocates across the U.S. in urging Congress to support funding for UNICEF: act.unicefusa.org/campaign/FY27/
On Capitol Hill yesterday, pediatric intensivist Regina Okhuysen-Cawley met with Texas lawmakers to stress how funding for UNICEF can ensure children and mothers have access to the health care they need.
She talks about how her background informs her advocacy #ForEveryChild:
Feeling inspired? Take action now!
UNICEF Next Gen member Iliana Alvarenga is proud to raise her voice #ForEveryChild. She tells us about how you can "see and feel" the impact of advocacy here in D.C., in her home state of Kansas and worldwide.
Thanks to @davids.house.gov for taking the time to meet with constituents like her!
After a productive meeting with @repscfigures.bsky.social, Shahmir reflects on seeing UNICEF's impact in Pakistan firsthand, founding a UNICEF Club in Alabama and advocating #ForEveryChild today:
“Investing in children is not only the right thing to do, it it also supports a safer and stronger America.” - Michael Nyenhuis, President and CEO, UNICEF USA
In his opening remarks, Michael Nyenhuis talked about how U.S. government funding has helped UNICEF reduce global child mortality by 50% since 1990, while also bringing economic benefits to American businesses across 37 states that support UNICEF's lifesaving work globally. A win-win! #ForEveryChild
A group photo of our advocates following our morning briefing. UNICEF USA signage can be seen throughout.
Co-moderator and youth leader Skylar giving remarks
Kim Field providing remarks
We started off Hill Day with a special briefing — featuring our President/CEO Michael Nyenhuis, UNICEF's Roberto Benes, Vandenburg Coalition's Carrie Filipetti and ret. U.S. Army Brigadier General Kim Field — on how creating opportunities #ForEveryChild strengthens communities at home and abroad.
Carmen Ribeiro, a female UNICEF driver, is driving a UNICEF four-by-four vehicle.
Carmen is among the women drivers helping UNICEF reach the most vulnerable children in Mozambique— navigating rough roads, emergencies, and remote communities every day.
Her work is about leadership, gender equality, and impact where it matters most.
🚚 www.unicef.org/mozambique/e...
A selfie shot featuring dozens of UNICEF USA advocates
Meet our team of tireless advocates!
You can make your voice heard, too. Take action here: act.unicefusa.org/campaign/FY27/
Happening in Washington D.C. Now: UNICEF USA supporters from across the country are preparing for meetings with Congressional offices on Capitol Hill tomorrow. They’ll be urging their Members of Congress to support funding for UNICEF.
Our own Monica Galvan on why that matters #ForEveryChild:
A UNICEF truck is parked outside of a building. People unload its contents.
Two health workers inspect supplies in a medical storage room
In #Lebanon, UNICEF continues to deliver lifesaving health supplies to hard-to-access areas in the south, supporting essential care for children and families as health systems come under immense strain.
Learn more about these efforts, including how to help: www.unicefusa.org/lebanon-bsky
"Tell Congress: Support Funding for UNICEF" + a photo of a smiling girl standing in a crowd of children, a UNICEF tent visible behind her
This coming week, UNICEF USA supporters from across the U.S. will join us on Capitol Hill to advocate #ForEveryChild.
You can raise your voice too! Please urge Congress to support funding for UNICEF’s lifesaving work: https://www.unicefusa.org/supportfundingforunicef
Since 2010, the K.I.N.D. Fund — a partnership between UNICEF USA and @ms.now's @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social — has supported students in Malawi with desks and scholarships.
Fifteen years later, we’ve raised $55 million and reached 1.6 million students. This is what we’ve achieved, together.
💪We've reduced polio cases by 99.9% since 1988 and have the tools and know how to finish the job.
During #WorldImmunizationWeek, 24-30 April, help us spread the word that urgent, renewed commitment is needed to #EndPolio for good and fulfill our promise of a polio-free world.
For displaced children in #Lebanon trying to sleep in unfamiliar places, terrified by sonic booms and falling bombs, even a blanket or a warm sweater can make a difference.
Across the country, young people are stepping up to help:
A moment of pure joy. 💙
In #Gaza, UNICEF and partners are working to support children experiencing hearing loss. Hearing impairments can leave children more vulnerable to danger and cut off from the people they love.
For children like this one, a hearing aid can change everything.
$55 million raised. 1.6 million students reached. 38,000 girls supported with scholarships.
This is what 15 years of the #KINDFund looks like.
Learn more about our partnership with @ms.now's @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social:
UNICEF’s rapid response efforts have reached more than 188,000 people in shelters, on the move and in hard-to-reach areas across #Lebanon with essential supplies — but more support is needed.
UNICEF statement on intensified strikes on Lebanon and the devastating impact on children: www.unicef.org/press-releas...
Fans gather at the UNICEF Play Zone outside of Nu Stadium
An IMCF fan spins a wheel labeled with the UNICEF USA logo and various soccer terms
Paddles featuring the UNICEF USA and IMCF Foundation logos
Over the weekend, the "UNICEF Play Zone" popped up in partnership with @intermiamicf.bsky.social during the pre-game Fan Zone at IMCF's home match!
So awesome to see children and families play, connect and celebrate the "Freedom to Dream, #ForEveryChild."
