Page News and stories Explore the latest news on our work, and inspiring stories from the women and children we serve in The Gambia Article “These are happy moments”: reactions to UNICEF intervention In schools and health facilities in rural communities, officials have been reacting to UNICEF’s intervention. Learn what we’re doing to improve livelihoods. Read the story Article Positive behaviours, healthy children and strong families Learn how an updated manual on key household behaviours could change communities' perception of child protection and welfare. Read the story Article UNICEF supports delivery of tangible results for children Adopting evidence-based strategies to effectively deliver results for children Read the story Article UNICEF deploys RapidPro in COVID-19 response This tool is changing the way field workers share data from communities. Find out how it works Read the story Article Your child's mental health during COVID-19 school reopening How parents can help their children navigate their feelings during school reopenings Read the story Article Building strong social protection in a global pandemic UNICEF and partners are leveraging the COVID-19 pandemic to enhance the social protection in The Gambia Read the story Article Immunization cannot wait Discover how UNICEF is delivering lifesaving vaccines to children amid the travel restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic Read the story Article Silent voices in silent times Amid COVID-19, children in The Gambia share their experiences and concerns. Read the story Article COVID-19: UNICEF spearheads community empowerment efforts We're working with partners to ensure local communities are empowered to coordinate their own response efforts. Find out how we do it. Read the story Article UNICEF provides support to protect people from COVID-19 Coronavirus has upended the lives of millions of children. Learn how we're supporting The Gambia's COVID-19 response efforts. Read the story Article Quick guide to avoiding coronavirus-related stigma Learn some tips on how to avoid stigma related to COVID-19 Read the story Article Handwashing: everything you need to know to stay healthy Discover how handwashing can keep you safe from COVID-19 Read the story Article Children and COVID-19 Find out how you can make children more comfortable during the COVID-19 outbreak Read the story Article Ending open defecation in The Gambia by 2020 Find out how The Gambia is planning to become first West African country to eradicate open defecation Read the story Load more items
