Number of displaced children reaches new high of 43.3 million
The mounting number highlights a global failure to address the drivers of displacement and provide long-term solutions for children on the move, UNICEF warns ahead of World Refugee Day
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Nearly 3 million children need support in Haiti – highest number on record
Children in extreme jeopardy amid shocking levels of violence, malnutrition and poverty
The loss of children’s lives in the Mediterranean is an atrocity that will haunt these shores for years to come – UNICEF
Statement by UNICEF Europe and Central Asia Regional Office and Special Coordinator for the Refugee and Migrant Response in Europe a.i. Philippe Cori
Over one million children newly displaced in two months as Sudan faces escalating conflict
More than 5 million children in Darfur region at grave risk as humanitarian situation deteriorates in Sudan
A Carrier of the Torch of Hope and Pride
"I remember being a child and first discovering what transgender meant. I was at the tender age of ten years or so, and I had encountered a person who was beginning their trans journey". Read Delvany, 23, UNICEF Canada's Youth Advocate talks about their journey of self-discovery in this blog for Pride Month.
Let’s Talk About Climate Emergencies
Young people are the least responsible, but the most affected by the impacts of climate change. Now is the time to act.
Lebanon’s crisis stretches families’ coping ability to breaking point – UNICEF
Families in Lebanon are barely able to meet their most basic needs despite cutting down drastically on expenses according to a new survey by UNICEF.
Funding innovative solutions to reach every child: UNICEF at Collision
The UNICEF Venture Fund supports companies to help transform the lives of children in some of the toughest places on earth.
WFP and UNICEF Executive Directors visit Haiti to galvanize international support amid record humanitarian needs
Unprecedented hunger and malnutrition threaten lives across the country
Domestic Advocacy Intern
(September 5, 2023- November 24, 2023 internship; 37.5 hours per week; remote) The Domestic Advocacy department at UNICEF Canada is seeking a motivated, organized, self-starter to join us as a Domestic Advocacy Intern. You will assist with youth engagement, event planning, communications, and administrative duties to support the department’s planning towards National Child Day/World Children’s Day activities. In this role, you will also have an opportunity to work on projects to develop your skills in one or more of these areas: • Youth engagement • Project management • Event planning • Social media Projects and tasks may include (but are not limited to): • Supporting young people to prepare for activities • Coordinating activities • Supporting content creation • Event logistics support • Promoting events • Internal and external communications The ideal candidate will have: • Passion for children’s rights • Strong interest in child and youth issues, youth voice and not-for-profit organizations • Experience with youth engagement (is a young person themself, or has participated in similar activities as a youth participant), particularly youth events • Ability to work as part of a team • Excellent communication skills (written and oral) • Excellent organizational skills • Excellent time-management skills • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite • Solid understanding of social media platforms • Bilingualism in English and French is an asset
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