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Living as a Youth in the Time of the Seventh Fire

Posted by Kids Of Canada · September 28, 2018

I was born colonized but, like many other Indigenous youth, am on the journey of decolonizing and reconnecting to my community and culture.

Super Typhoon Mangkhut moves in on the Philippines

Posted by UNICEF Canada · September 24, 2018

Super Typhoon Mangkhut — known as Ompong in the Philippines —is the strongest typhoon to hit in the region this year. As it made landfall on September 15, the typhoon battered the northeastern part of the country, ripping off roof sheets, cutting power and communication lines and impacting the lives of millions of people in its path.

International Day of Peace: What About the Children of Yemen?

Posted by UNICEF Canada · September 20, 2018

Children around the world have the fundamental right to peace. Since 2015, children in Yemen have been subject to ongoing conflict, in particular the damage and closure of schools around the country. Without access to education, an entire generation of children are facing a desolate future.

The story of three girls finding friendship after the escaping the Iraq war

Posted by Guest Author · September 14, 2018

Discover how UNICEF is helping to rebuild education in Iraq.

Experiencing Bullying Gave Me Strength

Posted by Kids Of Canada · September 5, 2018

There have been several instances in my life where I have experienced some form of bullying. However, I have mostly experienced exclusive bullying from friend groups throughout my life.

Representation, Intersectionality and Inclusion within Community Fundraising

Posted by UNICEF Canada · August 29, 2018

UNICEF Canada is pleased to announce that Fatou Jammeh, our Community Development Officer, has been accepted as a 2018-19 Fellow in the Association of Fundraising Professionals Foundation for Philanthropy - Canada Fellowship in Inclusion and Philanthropy Program.

The Rohingya Crisis - One Year On

Posted by UNICEF · August 28, 2018

On the anniversary of the crisis Rohingya children continue to struggle. A year ago today children - sick, exhausted and in desperate need of clean water and food - started arriving in droves in the Rohingya refugee camps of Bangladesh. 12 months on, these children’s struggle continues. While their most basic needs are now being met, more than half a million Rohingya refugee girls and boys are being denied the chance of a proper education.

Shrouded Maternity: Stories from pregnant Rohingya refugees

Posted by UNICEF · August 22, 2018

Nine months since violence forced thousands of Rohingya people to flee Myanmar, conditions for pregnant women in one of the world’s largest refugee camps remain dire, especially for survivors of sexual violence.

Canadian champion for children in Côte d'Ivoire

Posted by Guest Author · August 16, 2018

My name is Sophie Chavanel and I am the Chief of Communications for UNICEF in Côte d'Ivoire. What motivates me every day in my work is giving every child a voice, regardless of where they live or come from, and no matter their gender, religion or race.

7 Reasons Why Migrants Flee Central America

Posted by UNICEF · August 16, 2018

Pervasive violence and poverty drive desperate Central Americans to migrate in search of safety and a better life. UNICEF works with governments and local partners to improve conditions in their home countries.