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In Focus series

Europe and Central Asia Regional Office’s In Focus series

Leontina, 19, holds her Daughter, Songjul, 1, inside their shelter at the Gazi Baba settlement in Skopje, North Macedonia on March 13, 2024.
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The "In Focus" series delves into the key issues for children by priority and programmatic themes.

Each edition sets out the context, UNICEF’s regional vision, the actions supported by UNICEF, innovative and best-practice approaches, and the opportunities for investments to attain greater results for children.

In Focus: Parenting

Caring for the caregivers

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In Focus: Ending child poverty

For every child: equal opportunity and social inclusion

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In Focus: Access to justice for children

Helping children and families hold those who violate their rights to account

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In Focus: Connecting and empowering adolescents

Giving them a stake – and a say – in societies across Europe and Central Asia

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In Focus: Ending the institutionalization of children

For every child: a nurturing family environment

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In Focus: Ending violence against children

Violence is one of the greatest threats to children worldwide – including in Europe and Central Asia

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In Focus: From surviving to thriving

Supporting health and well-being throughout childhood and adolescence in Europe and Central Asia

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In Focus: Immunization

Promoting and strengthening a life-saving investment

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In Focus: Leveling the field for children with disabilities

Fostering inclusion of children with disabilities in their homes, schools and communities

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In Focus: Protecting children affected by migration

Ensuring safety and support for every child in Europe and Central Asia

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In Focus: Quality inclusive education

Upholding the rights of all children to an education that equips them for life and work

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In Focus: Striving for gender equality

End discrimination against girls in Europe and Central Asia

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In Focus: Support for child nutrition

Closing the nutrition gaps in Europe and Central Asia

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In Focus: The best start in life for every child

Supporting early childhood development

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In Focus: Children, climate change and the environment

Working towards a clean, healthy and sustainable environment for every child

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