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The latest in a UNICEF Innocenti research series spanning 25 years, Report Card 19: Fragile Gains – Child Wellbeing at Risk in an Unpredictable World compares data from 2018 and 2022, providing critical insights into how the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent global shutdowns have affected children across 43 OECD and EU countries. The report presents comprehensive rankings across these countries in three key areas affecting children: mental health and wellbeing, physical health and educational achievement.
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Vaccines have saved 154 million lives in the last 50 years – that’s 6 people every minute, for five decades! UNICEF has played an integral part in this… we’re the largest suppliers of vaccines and have vaccinated half of the world’s children against severe, and in many cases, life-threating illnesses.
This International Women’s Day, a new UNICEF, Plan International and UN Women report highlights that gains have been made for young women and girls, but efforts remain insufficient.
The rising cost of living is making it harder to bridge the gap between donations received, and the aid needed for children. Together, we can explore ways to ensure that every child receives the support they deserve, regardless of economic challenges.
Providing stability and hope for vulnerable children through education
Michelle Sharp is chief executive of UNICEF Aotearoa.
During Sudan's serious crisis, we are determined to be there for every child.
Your Donation, No Matter What Size, Creates Real Impact
For Jo Perkins, Innovation Manager at Les Mills International, it was an unforgettable experience to go on a once in a lifetime trip to the field with UNICEF. To see the actual scale and impact of the programmes and work being done on the ground for kids and their communities.
Young people shut out of decisions about their own future as government ignores public opposition to Crown Minerals Amendment Bill
We know that many folks in Aotearoa want to do good and share our vision of making the world better for kids. We also know that it’s not that easy for many to donate monthly or even regularly. So we thought we’d share other options sothat good-hearted New Zealanders can show up and do their bit in a meaningful way.
In the wake of COP 29, UNICEF Aotearoa Young Ambassador Olivia (18) from Waikane speaks up
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