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UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to protect children's rights. We won't stop, #ForEveryChild#.
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Yes, those photos you’ve seen are real.
More than 18 years ago, a baby named Lamine Yamal and his mom Sheila met Lionel Messi at a UNICEF fundraising photoshoot.
Today, their achievements on the pitch inspire millions. Off the pitch, both Messi and Lamine Yamal use their voices and platforms as UNICEF Goodwill Ambassadors to support and advocate for children around the world.
The goal? That every child survives, thrives, and fulfils their potential.
We are proud to have them on our team.
Credit: Joan Monfort
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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.
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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 recover in a matter of weeks.
But millions of children still need what we started in the 90s and together, we can make it happen.
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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 UNICEF:
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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 ⬇️
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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.
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"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 have been 99 documented education-related incidents in 2026 alone, including the killing, injury and detention of students, the demolition of schools, military use of school buildings, and denial of access.
Watch and share Roa'a's story.
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“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 Palestinian children killed in this timeframe. Ninety-three per cent of these were killed by Israeli forces.” - @1james_elder, UNICEF Spokesperson
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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 transfers.
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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 listens, stays with you and encourages you to get help when you need it.
If you want to learn more about the campaign and how to support yourself or a friend, visit:
Let’s take it one step at a time, together. Because together, we can be ready for a better tomorrow.
#TogetherForTomorrow# #MentalHealth# #OnMyMind#
#TOMORROW_X_TOGETHER#
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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.
Watch to learn how they are making a difference.
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In Iraq, UNICEF Director of Emergency Programmes, @LelmiU, meets with partners to support children and families affected by emergencies.
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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#
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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.
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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 committed to supporting children and families affected by these attacks.
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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. ⬇️
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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.
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Protecting children from vaccine-preventable diseases starts early!
Learn how #VaccinesWork# and how best to prepare your child for their routine immunization.
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