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The war in Ukraine is a threat to children

UNICEF is working on the ground to scale up its essential aid.

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Dibujos de niños y niñas

Stories and news from the region

Three children, embraced, look at a river.
News note
24 May 2022
Launch of “Unaccompanied Footsteps": Campaign to raise awareness of the risks faced by unaccompanied refugee and migrant children and adolescents in Latin America
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A little girl rocks on a swing while her dad watches her.
Article
How play strengthens your child’s mental health

Playful moments are essential for your little one’s emotional well-being.

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Haitian children in a classroom
Press release
06 May 2022

Haiti: Gang violence pushes half a million children out of the classroom in Port-au-Prince

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Recuperar el aprendizaje tras dos años de pandemia
Article
Recovering lost learning in Ecuador

The return to on-site classes represents a new opportunity for children like Romina to resume their education and make friends again.

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Little boy is vaccinated.
News note
25 April 2022

1 in 4 children in Latin America and the Caribbean is missing out on life-saving vaccines

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Statement
07 April 2022

Imprisoning children is not the solution to gang violence in El Salvador

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Safe reopening of schools

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Two years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, we must prioritize the reopening of schools, which is why we say #SchoolFirstNotLast.

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Children with masks in a classroom.
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Videos: Recommendations for a safe return to schools
What mothers, fathers, students and school authorities need to know to return to face-to-face classes safely
#onmymind
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Six effects of the pandemic on the mental health
Confined at home, isolated from friends, and confronted with loss, children and young people have faced increased risks to their mental health due to COVID
How to support your child if you are concerned about their weight
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How to support your child if you concern about their weight
Lead with empathy and kindness.
Mother, father, daughter and son.
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How to talk to your children about bullying
Tips for parents
About mental health during COVID-19
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The impact of COVID-19 on the mental health of adolescents
A recent poll conducted by UNICEF shows that the COVID-19 crisis is having a significant impact on the mental health of adolescents and young people

UNICEF’s work

In Latin America and the Caribbean UNICEF works in 36 countries and territories to save children's lives, to defend their rights, and to help them fulfil their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. And we never give up.

Discover UNICEF's work for every child in this region.

Every Child Survives and Thrives

Survive and thrive

Every Child Learns

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Every Child is Protected from Violence and Exploitation

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Every Child has an Equitable Chance in Life

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Every Child Lives in a Clean and Safe Environment

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One Generation
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One Planet, #OneGeneration

Young activists mobilize for climate action

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Education on hold Hero
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Education on hold

COVID-19: A generation of children in Latin America and the Caribbean are missing out on schooling

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Discover Plan 12
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Plan 12 - Learn to transform

A plan created by and for young people to develop and put into practice 12 transferable skills for today's changing world.

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Learning At Home | Join the Challenge

Stuck at home? Play and learn with your kids. And share your games and activities with other parents.

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RIGHT RUNNER

Rise up and be heard!

Reaching the top of the mountain won’t be easy, but it’ll be an epic
adventure that will take you on a journey to fight for every kid’s rights!
Are you ready?

> Download the game app here <

Testimonials

"This game is an excellent and vital educational tool. It’s diverse and every child can see themselves reflected in it. It provides children with a chance to learn and be the hero of their own story."
ꟷ Alexa B. (14 years old)

"The learnt a lot without realizing it was teaching them. That’s what makes Right Runner so powerful and important."
ꟷ Bárbara M. (14 years old)

"It was a fun and creative way that not only entertained me but helped me understand the basics of children’s rights."
ꟷ Diego M. (15 years old)

UNICEF 2019

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