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Do you see my world?
Thirty adolescents from rural Bangladesh received photography training so they could tell their stories using photography as a means of expression. Their works were then compiled into a book and exhibition. Here is a sample of the works they produced.

Sanitation, Hygiene Education and Water Supply in Bangladesh
Poor sanitation and hygiene practices have dire health consequences such as chronic diarrhoea and typhoid. UNICEF's projects seek to improve hand-washing practices, increase the use of sanitary latrines and provide more people with access to safe water.

Cyclone Aila response
Cyclone Aila hit the south east coast of Bangladesh on 25 May 2009. More than 3.9 million people were affected in 11 coastal districts.

Protection of children at risk
Children living on the streets are vulnerable to child labor, sexual abuse, HIV/AIDS, torture and trafficking. The Protection of Children at Risk project offers these children outreach services, non-formal education, life-skills training and shelter.

Improving the Health of Mothers and Newborns
Maternal and neonatal death rates remain high in Bangladesh. Newborn babies account for more than half of all under-five deaths. Projects across the country seek to overcome the many challenges facing the health sector and improve mother and newborn care.