Emergencies

GENEVA/ANKARA, 2 February 2012
In line with UNICEF’s core commitments for children in emergencies, the UNICEF regional office is actively supporting the efforts of the country offices and their partners in preparing for and responding to natural, technological and political hazards in the region.

Highlights

Turkey boosts UNICEF humanitarian appeal for children in 2012

Summary of achievements in post-conflict Kyrgyzstan and photos

Construction of proper latrines contributes to cultural change in Kyrgyzstan

Children show hopeful signs of a stronger peace in Southern Kyrgzstan

OneMinutesJr videos

child and youth participation

Youth jury takes part in annual OneMinutesJr Award
GENEVA, 16 January 2012 – Only a year ago, Dijana Lukovac was taking part in a One Minutes Jr film workshop in her hometown Podgorica in Montenegro learning how to make short films. Now, the 19-year-old uses her experience to evaluate powerful 60 seconds videos highlighting child rights made by her peers around the world.

Latest news

8 February 2012 - New daycare centre gives hope to children with disabilities in Kyrgyzstan

1 February 2012 - Children put their mark on the drafting of Turkey's new constitution

1 February 2012 - New Regional Director starts work today