Catalytic partnerships enable new frontiers of global social impact
Embracing possibilities to deliver opportunities for all children demands bold ideas and collaborative actions
Together with a diverse range of partners – from governments to philanthropists and ambitious start-ups to technology companies – the UNICEF Office of Innovation (OOI) is accelerating results for children everywhere, reaching their communities with impactful solutions.
“Our partnerships are rooted in a shared value to push the boundaries between global technology innovation and local on-the-ground social impact results for children and their communities,” says Patty Alleman, Lead, Strategic Partnerships, at OOI.
To illustrate some of what we do, how and why, a few of our partners were featured in a recent series of articles in the Financial Times.
"How AI is driving new frontiers of social impact worldwide" by Charlotte Eaton, Chief People Officer at Arm
UNICEF’s pioneering AI partnerships are backing tools that improve children’s health and wellbeing, and equipping a diverse generation of future AI builders.
“Working with government partners and entrepreneurs in emerging markets, our shared ambition is to create solutions that drive new frontiers of social impact in the lives of children and their communities and enable the next generation. Together, we are harnessing the possibilities of AI today for the AI builders of tomorrow.”
"How Nordic innovation is accelerating global social impact"
UNICEF’s accessible digital textbooks are bringing innovative learning to all.
“The goal is to make it easy for any government or educator to create inclusive learning materials quickly, affordably and in any language, so no child is left behind, no matter where they live.”
Anna Makanju, VP of Global Impact at OpenAI
"Global investment in frontier tech can help fight modern misinformation"
UNICEF’s investment in tech start-ups is challenging misinformation and delivering results for children.
“The government of Finland is collaborating with UNICEF on the need to catalyse innovative technological solutions in service of what young people and children in their communities need most. The emphasis on data trust and privacy – especially at the intersection of sexual and reproductive health and rights, and gender equality – resonates with Finland’s goals both at home and internationally.”
Pasi Hellman, Under-Secretary of State for International Development at Finland’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs
"How Nordic innovation is accelerating global social impact"
UNICEF’s femtech solutions are driving sexual and reproductive health and rights for women everywhere.
“Femtech is a growing industry with huge potential. It can deliver personalized health choices and address gender gaps for girls and women globally.”
Diana Janse, Sweden’s State Secretary to the Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade
"How Nordic innovation is accelerating global social impact"
UNICEF’s Helsinki-based Global Learning Innovation Hub is fostering multilateral collaboration for education.
“Finland’s collaboration with UNICEF highlights the value of building broad partnerships across government, academia and the private sector to support education development.”
Juha Savolainan, Finland’s Director General of the Department for Development Policy in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
"How Nordic innovation is accelerating global social impact"
UNICEF’s Sustainable WASH Innovation Hub is pioneering climate-resilient water, sanitation and hygiene solutions.
“Through its partnership with UNICEF, Denmark is committed to advancing sustainable and climate-resilient solutions that strengthen communities and help secure a brighter future for vulnerable children.”
Elsebeth Søndergaard Krone, Denmark’s State Secretary for Development Policy in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
