Fy

Fy - UNICEF Madagascar Youth Advocate for Polio and Immunization

Fy is a UNICEF Youth Advocate for Polio Eradication and Immunization in Madagascar. As one of the country’s most influential digital creators, with more than 959,000 followers across social media platforms, she uses humor, storytelling, and short-form video content to raise awareness about child health, routine immunization, and the prevention of vaccine-preventable diseases. 

Since becoming a UNICEF Youth Advocate, Fy has played a leading role in promoting immunization and polio eradication efforts across Madagascar. Through both online engagement and community outreach, she has mobilized young people and families around key global advocacy moments, including International Youth Day, World Polio Day, World Children’s Day, and World Immunization Week. 

In 2025 and 2026, Fy intensified her advocacy during Madagascar’s response to circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus outbreaks. She participated in national vaccination campaigns, community vaccination activities, and awareness initiatives encouraging parents and caregivers to vaccinate their children. Her advocacy included the production of digital content, public service messages, and community engagement activities designed to increase confidence in vaccines and promote routine immunization. 

Fy has represented Madagascar’s youth on international platforms, participating in the Youth Mobilization Lab in 2024 and 2025, as well as a United Nations General Assembly side event in New York focused on strengthening routine immunization and accelerating progress toward polio eradication. She has also been featured in media interviews, podcasts with national health leaders, and advocacy campaigns highlighting the importance of protecting every child through vaccination. In 2025, Fy received international recognition from the Gates Foundation as a Goalkeeper, joining a global community of changemakers advancing progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals. Recognized for her advocacy on immunization and polio eradication, she participated in the Goalkeepers 2030 event in New York during the United Nations General Assembly, where she shared Madagascar’s experience in reaching children with life-saving vaccines and promoting routine immunization. 

Her contributions have significantly increased engagement with UNICEF Madagascar’s digital campaigns, helping reach new audiences through innovative and youth-friendly communication. In 2025, Fy’s advocacy was highlighted as part of David Beckham’s 50th birthday appeal with UNICEF, during which she took over his social media platforms to share her experiences and amplify the voices of young people supporting immunization. 

As Madagascar continues its efforts to sustain a polio-free future and strengthen routine immunization coverage, Fy remains a passionate advocate for children’s health. Through strategic partnerships, digital campaigns, media appearances, and direct engagement with communities, she continues to inspire young people and families to protect children through vaccination and contribute to a healthier future for all.