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Statement by UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore following the earthquake in Haiti

Publication date: August 16, 2021

We do not yet know the full extent of the devastation wrought by the earthquake that struck yesterday in southwest Haiti. But reports from our teams and others on the ground paint a picture of profound loss.

People look for survivors amongst the rubble in the neighbourhood of Dexia 6, Les Cayes,

UNICEF set to reach children and families in Haiti with humanitarian assistance in the aftermath of powerful earthquake

Publication date: August 14, 2021

A 7.2 magnitude earthquake shook Haiti early this morning. Serious damage, injuries and casualties are reported.

People search through the rubble of what used to be the Manguier Hotel after the earthquake hit in Haiti.

UNICEF Canada welcomes emergency assistance to help avert famine

Publication date: August 13, 2021

A toxic combination of conflict, climate change and COVID-19 have put millions of people around the world at risk of famine, requiring immediate action to prevent further death and malnutrition, including preventable deaths of young children.

On 4 June 2020 in Yemen, Amal is measured while being screened for severe acute malnutrition at Arhab Health Centre in Sana'a Governorate.

Statement by UNICEF Afghanistan Representative Hervé Ludovic De Lys on rapid escalation of grave violations against children

Publication date: August 9, 2021

Statement by UNICEF Afghanistan Representative Hervé Ludovic De Lys on rapid escalation of grave violations against children

UNICEF Canada, the Honourable Dr. Hedy Fry, Dr. Bonnie Henry call on British Columbians to #GiveAVax to help global vaccination efforts

Publication date: August 5, 2021

#GiveAVax campaign supports the vaccination of millions of people in low-income countries, federal government matching every dollar donated

David Morley, President and CEO of UNICEF Canada to hold press conference on COVID-19 vaccines with the Honorable Dr. Hedy Fry and Dr. Bonnie Henry

Publication date: August 4, 2021

UNICEF Canada invites media to participate in a press conference on #GiveAVax and Canada’s support for vaccination efforts in developing countries.

One year after the Beirut explosions, children’s needs remain acute, with 98% of families still in need

Publication date: August 3, 2021

One year after the devastating explosions in Beirut, a UNICEF survey shows the needs of affected children and families remain acute, magnified by a collapsing economy, political instability and the COVID-19 pandemic.

A young Lebanese looks over the area of the Beirut Port explosions on Thursday, August 6, 2020. The massive blast killed more than 20 people including six children; over 6,500 injured including an estimated 1,000 children.

UNICEF Canada, Minister Gould and Mayor Tory in Toronto to promote #GiveAVax matching fund

Publication date: July 23, 2021

#GiveAVax campaign provides unique opportunity to support the vaccination of millions of people in low-income countries

COVID-19 pandemic leads to major backsliding on childhood vaccinations, new WHO, UNICEF data shows

Publication date: July 15, 2021

23 million children missed out on basic childhood vaccines through routine health services in 2020, the highest number since 2009 and 3.7 million more than in 2019

A happy Naina Patel with her daughter at Mamta Diwas(VHND) at Chanota Fadia, AW Baria, Gujarat as routine immunisations and checkups resume post covid lockdown

UNICEF Canada launches #GiveAVax matching fund to encourage Canadians to donate to global vaccination efforts

Publication date: July 12, 2021

#GiveAVax campaign provides unique opportunity to support the vaccination of millions of people in low-income countries

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Statement by UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore following the earthquake in Haiti

UNICEF set to reach children and families in Haiti with humanitarian assistance in the aftermath of powerful earthquake

UNICEF Canada welcomes emergency assistance to help avert famine

Statement by UNICEF Afghanistan Representative Hervé Ludovic De Lys on rapid escalation of grave violations against children

UNICEF Canada, the Honourable Dr. Hedy Fry, Dr. Bonnie Henry call on British Columbians to #GiveAVax to help global vaccination efforts

David Morley, President and CEO of UNICEF Canada to hold press conference on COVID-19 vaccines with the Honorable Dr. Hedy Fry and Dr. Bonnie Henry

One year after the Beirut explosions, children’s needs remain acute, with 98% of families still in need

UNICEF Canada, Minister Gould and Mayor Tory in Toronto to promote #GiveAVax matching fund

COVID-19 pandemic leads to major backsliding on childhood vaccinations, new WHO, UNICEF data shows

UNICEF Canada launches #GiveAVax matching fund to encourage Canadians to donate to global vaccination efforts

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