Parenting can feel overwhelming. And sometimes, very lonely. Especially on the days when nothing seems to go right. If this feels familiar, you’re not alone. Join our global conversation about parenting and get expert practical tips that can help. #EarlyMomentsMatter www.unicef.org/parenting/becoming-parentMostrar mais

"I don't understand how that much happens in my heart." Everyone experiences being a parent differently. UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Millie Bobby Brown shares a glimpse of what that looks like for her. #EarlyMomentsMatter

Parents from around the world open up about the emotions that come with raising a child. It is honest, it is unfiltered and it is real. Share what helps you as a parent. #EarlyMomentsMatter

Parenting can feel overwhelming. And sometimes, very lonely. Especially on the days when nothing seems to go right. If this feels familiar, you’re not alone. Join our global conversation about parenting and get expert practical tips that can help. #EarlyMomentsMatter www.unicef.org/parenting/becoming-parentMostrar mais

Dire conditions are trapping children in Gaza in an endless cycle of suffering. “Access to water, adequate nutritious food, and health care should not be conditional for any child, anywhere.” - @UNICEFmena's Salim Oweis. Full remarks below. www.unicef.org/press-releases/i-try-clean-...Mostrar mais

Families of children like Abdullah and Masa are doing everything possible to protect them from dire sanitary conditions in Gaza. UNICEF is trying to reach as many people as possible with clean water – up to 1.5 million a month – but there are significant obstacles. Access to wa…Mostrar mais

In a race against time to contain the Ebola outbreak, UNICEF’s first international shipment of life-saving humanitarian supplies has arrived in DR Congo to support nearly 100,000 people, including children and families. Learn more: unicef.link/3S8qF1d

“I feel drained,” says 11-year old Hussain from Lebanon, who wants to just go home and rest. Children’s lives and mental health are at risk as displacement and violence continue to be a threat. UNICEF and partners are supporting thousands of children, including those injured, w…Mostrar mais

In DR Congo, UNICEF and partners are scaling up our response to the Ebola outbreak by: - Focusing on children's protection and well-being. - Making sure communities know how to stop the virus and - Supplying protective gear, soap, and clean water.

As AI becomes part of children’s everyday lives, many parents are trying to figure out what this actually means for their child and where the boundaries should be. Here are expert answers to your most common questions. unicef.link/4qXeXD9

Protect children. Always. Everywhere. Learn more: unicef.link/4tL9IqL

Across Syria, hidden explosive hazards pose massive threats to children like Zain, 13, who was severely injured by unexploded ordnance. The use of explosive weapons in populated areas must end. Find out how UNICEF is supporting children like Zain. unicef.link/4wD4SP6

Recent violence in Central Sahel - Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger - is leaving millions of children vulnerable. Hear from children impacted by the crisis and learn from UNICEF’s @TedChaiban how UNICEF and partners are responding. @UNICEFAfrica

When UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Liam Neeson visited a class in Juba, South Sudan, the boys had a clear message. The girls in their school are smart. Strong. Full of ambition. But more than half of girls in the country are married before 18, ending their education dreams. Today…Mostrar mais

The war in Lebanon has upended daily life for children like Nour, 14, and Ali, 5, and hundreds of thousands of others. Homes, schools, hospitals, and water systems have been damaged or destroyed. This means no classes, no easy medical access, and no certainty. Parties to confli…Mostrar mais

UNICEF is deeply concerned by confirmed Ebola outbreaks in DR Congo and Uganda, and the growing risk to children and vulnerable communities across the region. UNICEF and partners are scaling up efforts to protect and support children and families amid the outbreak. Learn more:…Mostrar mais

What were you like in the 90s? From dancing the macarena to using cellphones, the 90s were home to trends and lifechanging inventions – ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF) is one of them. RUTF made malnutrition treatment accessible closer to home, helping 9 out of 10 children…Mostrar mais

As the civil conflict enters its fourth year, the protracted hunger crisis in Sudan shows little sign of abating. Violence, displacement and severe humanitarian access constraints are impacting children, families and communities across the country. Statement from @FAO, @WFP and…Mostrar mais

Risk of famine persists as nearly 19.5 million people face acute food insecurity in Sudan. Conflict, displacement and restricted humanitarian access leave more than 825,000 children at risk of death from severe malnutrition in 2026. Statement ⬇️ www.unicef.org/press-releases/risk-famine-...Mostrar mais

At least 59 children have been reportedly killed or injured in Lebanon in the past week despite the agreed ceasefire. Ongoing violence and displacement is pushing over 770,000 children towards chronic mental health conditions. Learn more: unicef.link/4dqUGR6

"Our school is destroyed, there's nothing left." - Roa’a, 12, West Bank, State of Palestine. Her dreams of graduating grade 6 were shattered when her school - a place she loved to learn and play at with her friends - was reduced to rubble by settlers and Israeli forces. There h…Mostrar mais

“Children are paying an intolerable price for escalating militarised operations and settler attacks across the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem. Between January 2025 and today, at least one Palestinian child has been killed, on average, every week. That is, 70 Pales…Mostrar mais

Lynn, 13, loves her cat, siblings and school. Though recent hostilities in Lebanon displaced her family, she continues to dream of becoming a doctor. In times of war, children with disabilities face greater risks. UNICEF and partners are assisting families like Lynn’s with cash…Mostrar mais

How are you feeling today? Together with @TXT_bighit, we’re starting with something simple. Checking in with one another. Some days feel heavier than others. Sometimes the right words just don’t come. In those moments, it can help just to know someone is there. Someone who lis…Mostrar mais

In South Sudan and around the world, health workers like Rebecca are saving lives every day. When conflict, flooding, or drought strip families of access to food, they ensure life-saving treatment, like ready-to-use therapeutic food, reaches the children who need it the most. W…Mostrar mais

Children move across borders for complex reasons — conflict, poverty, family reunification or other needs. As countries review progress on the Global Compact for Migration, UNICEF calls for urgent action to ensure every child is protected, included and supported. #IMRF2026 Lear…Mostrar mais

More than 12 million children globally are suffering from severe wasting. Amid escalating conflict, climate shocks and funding pressures, we must ensure the uninterrupted supply of life-saving Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food as we mark 30 years since its invention. www.unicef.org/press-releases/fast-facts-3...Mostrar mais

The recent attacks in Bamako, Mopti, Gao, Kati and Kidal that started on 25 April 2026 have shown, yet again, that it is children who are paying the highest price of ongoing violence in Mali. Every child in Mali must be protected from all forms of violence. UNICEF remains commit…Mostrar mais

Children move across borders for complex reasons — conflict, poverty, family reunification or other needs. Migration systems and policies must uphold their rights. UNICEF statement as countries convene for the International Migration Review Forum. ⬇️ unicef.link/4unmaxOMostrar mais

Twenty years ago, the dreams of children in Darfur, Sudan, were threatened by violence and displacement. Today, children like Tuqaa, 9, face the same threats. They need protection and peace. Learn more: unicef.link/3P8fpkm

Protecting children from vaccine-preventable diseases starts early! Learn how #VaccinesWork and how best to prepare your child for their routine immunization. unicef.link/4sZz0C6

Nyawar Biel broke the cycle of malnutrition for her three-year-old son, Wictour, in South Sudan. Displaced from their home by climate-driven floods, Wictour had grown quite weak last year. His mother took him to a UNICEF-supported nutrition programme, where he was treated for se…Mostrar mais

From vaccine supply to community delivery, from research to advocacy – the efforts of many around the world are helping to prevent diseases, save lives and give every child a healthier start. Learn more this #WorldImmunizationWeek: unicef.link/4teP0jX

Hunger intensifies in South Sudan as 7.8 million people face high acute food insecurity and 2.2 million children suffer acute malnutrition. Details from @FAO, @WFP and UNICEF on the latest @theIPCinfo analysis. ⬇️ unicef.org/press-releases/hunger-intensifi...Mostrar mais

“We urge the de facto authorities to lift the ban on secondary education for girls and call on the international community to remain committed to supporting girls' rights to learn.” - @unicefchief Learn more about the long-term impact of the restrictions on girls’ education, wom…Mostrar mais

A new @UNICEF Child Alert warns that another generation is now paying the price of conflict. Despite continued efforts to deliver, access remains constrained and needs are rising fast. Children in #Darfur cannot wait. Read the Child Alert👇🏿 unicef.link/3P8fpkm

Restrictions on girls’ education and women’s employment in Afghanistan could lead to a loss of over 25,000 female teachers and health workers by 2030, warns a new UNICEF report. Details below. www.unicef.org/press-releases/restrictions...Mostrar mais

Twenty years after global outcry, children in Darfur, Sudan, face a deeper crisis and far less attention. “We cannot allow history to repeat itself. Children in Darfur need protection and sustained humanitarian access.  The parties to this conflict must end this brutal war.” - @unicefchief…Mostrar mais

“Is the world growing numb to the killing of children?” asks Maya Outayek from @UNICEFLebanon. Hear how Maya is inspired to continue advocating for children’s well-being and join us in rejecting a new normal where children are killed, maimed and displaced by conflicts.

“Faced with the resilience of children in the Sahel, the world must not turn a blind eye; there are still millions of children with urgent humanitarian needs that require immediate action.” @TedChaiban after visiting Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali. www.unicef.org/press-releases/enduring-res...Mostrar mais

Around the world, determined health workers on the frontline – like Bridgith in Ecuador, Mahmoud in Sudan and Prisca in Tanzania – deliver vaccines to children in some of the hardest-to-reach places. Read their stories: unicef.link/3PT44op

This year’s Global Report on Food Crises delivers a stark warning: Millions of children are dangerously malnourished. No child should suffer or die from malnutrition in a world of plenty. Urgent action is needed. Children are counting on all of us.

Of the 35.5 million children who are acutely malnourished, 10 million children are suffering from severe wasting, a condition that is life‑threatening, but entirely preventable and treatable. “This is not about scarcity of food but about the lack of political will to ensure that…Mostrar mais

Vaccines are simple, safe and one of the greatest life-saving advancements in medicine. Vaccines eradicated smallpox, and they’re now bringing us very close to ending polio. This #WorldImmunizationWeek, let’s recommit to vaccinating every child.

When parents decide to vaccinate, they protect their children, themselves and future generations. Some traditions are worth passing on. As #WorldImmunizationWeek begins, let’s make sure every child has access to life-saving vaccines – from this generation to the next. www.unicef.org/take-action/campaigns/vacci...Mostrar mais

18.3 million children have been reached with life-saving vaccines, with support from the Big Catch-Up, launched in 2023 during #WorldImmunizationWeek. But many infants still miss out on this essential service through routine immunization every year. Learn more: www.unicef.org/press-releases/largest-catc...Mostrar mais

The war in Lebanon has exacted a devastating and inhumane toll on children. On 8 April 2026 - a deadly day - families faced a wave of bombardments that tore through communities. UNICEF’s @1james_elder reports on the staggering impact. UNICEF is supporting the recovery of childr…Mostrar mais

The devastation in Lebanon is clearly visible. But for children, the impact goes far beyond what we can see. UNICEF continues to advocate and work for their safety, well-being and protection. The ceasefire must hold.

Many countries are discussing social media bans for children, and you might be wondering how your teen feels about it. It’s not always easy to tell, but it’s a good place to start a conversation. Dr. Lisa Damour shares three simple tips to help you talk it through and guide your…Mostrar mais

Three years into the conflict, children in Sudan are bearing the heaviest toll of the humanitarian crisis. But people and communities are showing up every day. Join UNICEF’s Zara Chitou to find out how.