At a glance: Italy
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Sex tourism and child exploitation targeted by international experts at Innocenti conference
FLORENCE, Italy, 25 April 2008 – Two related topics – combating child sex tourism, and corporate social responsibility – were key discussion points at the expert consultation on child sexual exploitation and trafficking hosted by the UNICEF Innocenti Research Centre (IRC) here this week.
Innocenti Research Centre conference tackles child trafficking issues
FLORENCE, Italy, 22 April 2008 – International experts on child rights, along with government representatives and other participants, gathered here yesterday for a three-day conference to examine global issues involving the trafficking and exploitation of children.
Online and off, UNICEF’s Innocenti Research Centre extends its reach
FLORENCE, Italy, 5 June 2007 – The UNICEF Innocenti Research Centre (IRC) in Florence was established in 1988 as a centre of reflection and study on sensitive and emerging issues affecting children. It plays a critical role in strengthening UNICEF’s work around evidence-based knowledge.
UNICEF e-greetings: New, improved and great for last-minute holiday wishes
NEW YORK, USA, 20 December 2006 - After a successful first year, UNICEF’s electronic greetings service, available online at www.unicef-shop.com, has undergone several improvements for this holiday season.
European governments and NGOs gauge progress toward ‘A World Fit for Children’
FLORENCE, Italy, 15 November 2006 – European governments who signed up to the ‘World Fit for Children’ agenda more than four years ago are being reminded to involve and consult with children if their pledge is to remain credible.
UNICEF launches new e-greetings service
NEW YORK, 2 December 2005 – UNICEF has launched a new service offering electronic greetings from the website http://www.unicefshop.org. For the first time, private individuals and business users living in eight countries around the world can send a ‘card’ via the internet while making a donation to UNICEF causes.
UNICEF Italy’s 30th anniversary
ROME, 13 November 2004 – The Italian National Committee for UNICEF today celebrated its 30th anniversary. Founded in 1974, UNICEF Italy has become the third largest source of financial support for UNICEF among all of the National Committees.
