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UNICEF was established in the aftermath of World War II to help children whose lives and futures were at risk – no matter what country they were from. More than 75 years after UNICEF’s founding, the world faces a variety of momentous crises including armed conflict, the effects of climate change, economic downturn and the fallout from the COVID-19…, 6 WAYS UNICEF GETS RESULTS, 1. Local presence, global reach, UNICEF is active in more than  190 countries and territories . Our vast network of skilled and committed staff means we can take successful approaches from one place in the world and adapt them to meet challenges elsewhere, helping drive results for children and young people at a global scale.  Safe births: A mother and her newborn 356 million…, 2. Unlocking greater impact for children, As one of the world’s largest buyers of lifesaving supplies such as vaccines and ready-to-use therapeutic food, UNICEF has unique leverage with suppliers. Our expertise in anticipating demand, a strong knowledge of markets and ability to work with industry enables UNICEF to consider production and supply chain challenges, provide timely access to…, 3. Emergency response and readiness, UNICEF is on the ground before, during and after humanitarian emergencies. Our global supply chain and local presence mean we can get help to where it's needed fast – we can ship lifesaving supplies almost anywhere in the world within 72 hours. Just as important, UNICEF stays and delivers. How we respond in crises lays the foundation for long-term…, 4. New solutions to old problems, Innovation is at the heart of UNICEF’s ability to achieve results for children and young people. Our global innovation centre helps scale up proven solutions, while a dedicated innovation fund provides financial resources to promising early-stage projects. The results? A new wave of technologies and products to help us reach the hardest-to-reach…, 5. Powerful partnerships, Strong partnerships with governments, NGOs, civil society and the private sector make UNICEF’s work for children possible. In turn, our credibility, impartiality and record of achieving results make us a partner of choice. Global brands – from Ikea and Lego to Microsoft – leverage their resources and drive innovation to help children and young…, 6. An influential voice for children, UNICEF is the world’s leading voice for – and with – children. Impartial and non-political, we are never silent about violations of children’s rights. Our research and reports are a leading source of data and information on the situation of children and young people around the world for journalists, researchers, policy makers and advocates. Our…

A disability-inclusive humanitarian action has implications for budgeting and resource mobilization. As part of humanitarian action, children with disabilities need to be included in planning, mobilizing, and allocating resources. This short guide addresses those aspects. It introduces considerations in inclusive budgeting, how to estimate the…

NEW YORK, 12 July 2022 - "Excellencies, colleagues, distinguished guests, "Good morning, everyone. I’m very glad to be here. "I want to recognize and thank the co-chairs of the Group of Children and the SDGs – the Permanent Representatives of Luxembourg, Bulgaria, and Jamaica – for their commitment to championing children’s rights. "I’m especially…

Learning does not follow a linear pathway, especially in the 21 st century. The world is facing many challenges: The COVID-19 pandemic, a learning crisis, climate change, conflicts, displacement and rapid economic change. Never before has it been so vital to equip young people with knowledge and the full range of skills to adapt to the ever-…, Meena in the city, As impactful and engaging as these initiatives can be, edutainment cannot be truly effective in isolation. To ensure edutainment brings about desired outcomes and addresses specific learning objectives, the engagement of facilitators, teachers and parents with children is key. At the same time, designing programmes focusing on the needs of…

NEW YORK, 10 December 2021 – UNICEF plans to sell 1,000 data-driven non-fungible tokens (NFTs), the UN’s largest-ever NFT collection to date, the UN children’s agency said today ahead of commemorations of UNICEF’s 75 th anniversary.  A portion of the NFTs will be digitally watermarked to commemorate the agency’s 75th year, while others will be…

Five years. That’s 1,825 sunrises, 43,800 hours and 2.6 million minutes to progress towards changing the face and reach of technology and innovation. The clock starts ticking at the  Generation Equality Forum  this week. Heads of State, corporate and philanthropic CEOs, civil society leaders and youth activists will convene to make tangible and…

Subnational governments around the world are increasingly responsible for public service functions that are essential to expanding coverage, equitable access and quality of services for children and young people. Across education, health, social and child protection, and water and sanitation sectors, devolved regional and local governments are…

There has been increasing recognition of the critical role of digital innovation and technology for development (T4D) to UNICEF programming and accelerating the Sustainable Development Goals. With the global emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, digital development has become a core component of UNICEF’s work as national programmes …

In 2020, COVID-19 exposed deep inequalities that have existed for too long, with the worst impact on children in the poorest countries and communities and those already disadvantaged by discrimination, social exclusion, fragility and conflict.  Responding to COVID-19: UNICEF’s 2020 key achievements highlights how COVID-19 affected children and how…

New High Performance Tents will provide a safe, warm, and comfortable space for children

NEW YORK, 2 October 2020 – "Good morning. On behalf of everyone at UNICEF, thank you for this opportunity to talk about the importance of universal connectivity and digital tools. Our appreciation to the Permanent Mission of Niger for the invitation. "As we speak, half of humanity is not connected to the internet — including 360 million children…

2020 has not turned out as planned. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact populations around the world, governments have been forced to take a fresh look at their spending and how to meet additional costs of pandemic response as they expect a fall in revenue. Budget information has become even more critical., Critical knowledge, When it comes to children, it is important to have a detailed view of spending in key areas like health, education, social protection and water and sanitation. Without this, it is difficult to know what services are supported or how money has been spent. Although total spending on health has increased in many countries as part of the COVID-19…, The economic fallout of COVID-19, As the pandemic continues, the impact on children is increasingly evident. As a result of disrupted schooling,  according to the World Bank , children stand to lose the equivalent of $872 of their future earnings per year— a global loss of over $10 trillion. Progress on infant mortality will be set back by between five and 15 years; and  deaths…, Essential to recovery, As the Myanmar, Tunisia and Somaliland examples show, improved budget transparency is not only central to an inclusive recovery but also encourages governments and partners to come together to identify more effective ways to achieve policy outcomes. It is vital to monitoring spending, improving efficiency and ensuring resources are used…, Building a resilient future, We are living in unprecedented times where every national and local government is forced to adapt and learn. Clear data on budgets, reprioritization and implementation of budgets will help us understand the impact of spending decisions on children’s lives. UNICEF continues to work with governments and partners including the  International Budget…