What we do

UNICEF Maldives engages partners, children, young people and their families to respond today for a sustainable tomorrow

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Our work

Learning

Quality learning that includes every child and young person and cultivates every ability

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Child protection

For every child and young person, the right to live free of violence, exploitation and abuse

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Parenting

Promoting positive parenting to provide children with the foundation they need to fulfil their potential

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Youth engagement

Creating a Maldives fit for young people and young people fit for Maldives

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Climate action and disaster risk reduction

The right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment for every child and young person

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Health and well-being

Addressing emerging challenges that threaten children and young people’s nutrition, health and mental health

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Social protection

Making sure that no child is left behind, no matter the circumstances

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Our flagship initiatives

We developed eight flagship initiatives aimed at bringing UNICEF's work closer to children and communities.

Baaruveri

Engaging young people in change – for their future and the future of Maldives

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Beleniveriyaa

Positive parenting – a foundation for every child and young person

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Climate smart and resilient actions

A clean, green and resilient island for every child and young person

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IBAMA

Caring communities that respond to the complex needs of vulnerable children and young people

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Kaamiyaabu

Inclusive, safe and holistic learning for every child and young person

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Kaigen Hin’gamaa

UNICEF Maldives encourages children, young people and families to get going on a healthy lifestyle

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Kihineh

Mental health and well-being for adolescents and young people

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Rakkaatheri

Acting on national plans to protect children and young people from violence, exploitation and abuse

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