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23 March 2026

We call it escalation. They see horror.

Across the region, escalating violence is exposing children to danger, displacement and distress, often not for the first time.
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22 February 2026

Humans of Al Fasher

The women standing in solidarity with displaced children and families
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16 February 2026

Beyond Fasting: Observing the Traditions of Ramadan in Egypt

Taking a moment to pause, find connection and realign.
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13 October 2025

“The Best Day Ever”

Children in Za’atari Camp Experience the Magic of Cinema
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13 July 2025

Risking everything for survival in the Gaza Strip

With aid being prevented from entering Gaza at scale, even accessing the meagerest supplies is fraught with danger
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25 March 2025

Five Reasons Why You Should Dedicate Your Sadaqah to UNICEF

This Ramadan and beyond, your Sadaqah is a lifeline for millions of children in need
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12 December 2024

Joining forces with health workers to vaccinate school child

Iraqi schools and health workers unite for child vaccination and sustainable development
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12 December 2024

A life-saving initiative for mothers & children in Yemen

The Community Health Workers Network aims at providing an integrated primary healthcare services package to children and their mothers
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03 October 2024

Zeinab and Fatima flee their collapsing home, seeking safety

With explosions echoing around them, they 2 escape the chaos, leaving behind their home and dreams, longing to return to a life of peace
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06 August 2024

The resilience of Gaza mothers

UNICEF is distributing clothes and essential assistance to babies in the Gaza Strip.
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09 July 2024

Protecting Tunisia's Vulnerable Children and Families

How the child benefits and child protection services support children and families in Tunisia
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13 May 2024

Afghan Children's Journey in the Land of Play

Play provides comfort and safety, helping children make sense of the world around them.
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