NEW YORK, 19 November 2020, – UNICEF warned in a new report today of significant and growing consequences for children as the COVID-19 pandemic lurches toward a second year. Released ahead of World Children’s Day, Averting a Lost COVID Generation is the first UNICEF report to comprehensively outline the dire and growing consequences for children as the pandemic drags on. It…, learn, , including by closing the digital divide. Guarantee access to, nutrition, and, health services, and make, vaccines, affordable and available to every child. Support and protect the mental health of children and young people and bring an end to abuse, gender-based violence and neglect in childhood. Increase access to, safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene, and address, environmental degradation and climate change., Reverse the rise in, child poverty, and ensure an inclusive recovery for all. Redouble efforts to protect and support children and their families living through, conflict, disaster and displacement., “This World Children’s Day, we are asking governments, partners and the private sector to listen to children and prioritize their needs,” Fore said. “As we all reimagine the future and look ahead toward a post-pandemic world, children must come first.”, In Nepal,, to mark World Children’s Day on 20 November, and highlight the issues around children’s and young people’s wellbeing, UNICEF Nepal will host a virtual children’s parliamentary session and a virtual festival of visions and voices of young people. In addition, UNICEF Nepal is launching a mental health campaign ‘Ma Chhu Ni’ to help to build an allyship among young people.         Of particular…, report will go live at 00.01 GMT 19 November here: https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/six-point-plan-protect-children For the UNICEF survey on disruptions to child services due to COVID-19 across 148 countries from 17 August to 17 September, click here . The data used for the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 infection among children and adolescents under…

How can media help decrease stigma and discrimination during the COVID-19 crisis? The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has caused a proliferation of stigma and discrimination in our communities. The level of stigma associated with COVID-19 is based on three main factors:, 1) it is a disease that’s new and for which there are still many unknowns. 2) we are often afraid of the unknown. 3) it is easy to associate that fear with ‘others’., It is understandable that there is confusion, anxiety, and fear among the public. Unfortunately, these factors are also fueling harmful stereotypes. Those who are most vulnerable to stigma and discrimination are: people who tested positive for the virus and their families; those who have returned from foreign countries and their families; and…, Journalists and media have an important role to play. In addition to accurately informing the public about coronavirus and ways to avoid the risk of infection, they also have an important role in ensuring that the information they provide does not increase stigma and discrimination against people affected by the crisis., An environment needs to be created in which the disease and its impact can be discussed and addressed openly, honestly and effectively. This image shows an illustration of two people wearing masks looking at paper airplanes flying in the sky as a symbol of hope Sattya/2020/SDevkota, Share stories of hope, During a time of increasing anxiety, media plays a critical role - not only in providing accurate information and busting myths and rumors- but also in showcasing the positive side of humanity. This is a moment to profile the stories of people who are coping with the lockdown and connecting with others through technology or how people are managing…, This is a time for sharing stories that unify us, stories of small acts of kindness and how people are coming together to support each other.,  ,  ,  ,  , Respect privacy, The privacy of people who were tested positive to COVID-19 and those around them – their families, friends and colleagues – should be respected. T, heir names, addresses, family backgrounds, personal and medical records should not be disclosed, or even hinted at, without permission., Sometimes identifying their locations, communities and villages is enough to reveal their identities, especially in smaller community settings. Photos and videos of patients should also not be printed or broadcast without permission.   This image shows an illustration of a person sitting on a bed Sattya/2020/SDevkota This image shows an…, Do not discriminate, Someone’s age, sex, ethnic background, religion, legal status, disability, marital status, pre-existing medical conditions, and sexual orientation should only be mentioned where they are directly relevant to a story. Irrelevant references create stigma and discrimination., Do not associate COVID-19 with any location, country and region, nationality and ethnicity., The virus can affect anyone, regardless of socio-economic status, nationality, race, religion, gender or ethnicity.    ,  ,  ,    , Avoid sensationalism, Resist the temptation to sensationalize issues in ways which could be harmful. Sensational language and images can cause unnecessary anxiety as well as generate more widespread fear., Do not use discriminatory, derogatory, threatening and sensational language and tone while communicating and reporting on COVID-19., In addition, avoid sensationalism in the headline as a way to drive readers to the main article.     this image shows an illustration of a child experiencing anxiety because of the news of COVID-19 that an adult is looking at behind him on a laptop Sattya/2020/SDevkota This image shows an illustration of a group of health workers Sattya/2020/…,  ,  ,  ,  , Highlight positive role models, Instead of profiling negative stories about those who do not come forward with their symptoms, media can play a vital role in highlighting positive role models including individuals who are practicing self-quarantine after returning from foreign countries (with their consent) or health workers., By highlighting the stories, issues and challenges of these individuals, media can create an environment where people can comfortably share their symptoms without fearing stigma and discrimination.,  ,  ,  ,    , Avoid blaming, Do not use words like people “transmitting COVID-19,” “infecting others” or “spreading the virus” as it implies intentional transmission and assigns blame. Instead talk about people “acquiring” or “contracting” COVID-19. I, n addition, do not refer to people with the disease as “COVID-19 cases” or “victims.” Also avoid using “COVID-19 suspects” or “suspected cases.”, Instead use words such as “people who have or who may have COVID-19”, “people who are being treated for COVID-19”, “people who are recovering from COVID-19” or “people who died after contracting COVID19.”   This image shows an illustration of a man pointing his finger at a woman Sattya/2020/SDevkota, Accuracy and debunking myths, Please continue to seek trusted information from the Government, and UN agencies like WHO and UNICEF. There are websites with updated information and spokespeople on hand should you need any support. Please be aware that fake messages have been circulating in the name of UN agencies. Verify information you receive via SMS and group chats using the…, Key sites for information:, This image shows the Nepal Government coat of arms This image shows the Nepal Government coat of arms This image shows the WHO logo illustration of corona virus

Saptari, Nepal: Nisha Timsina from Kanchanrup Municipality in Saptari District recalls a time when she felt extremely helpless. “I often heard about incidents of violence and sexual abuse of children, mainly girls,” she says. “Even though these reports shook me, I didn’t think there was anything I could do.” In 2013, however, Nisha heard about a…

NEW YORK, 18 November 2019 –, There have been historic gains overall for the world’s children since the Convention on the Rights of the Child was adopted 30 years ago. However, many of the poorest children are yet to feel the impact, according to The Convention on the Rights of the Child at a Crossroads , a new report released today. Part of commemorations marking the 30 th…, Poverty, discrimination and marginalization continue to leave millions of the most disadvantaged children at risk:, Armed conflicts, rising xenophobia and the global migration and refugee crisis all have a devastating impact on global progress., Children are physically, physiologically and epidemiologically most at risk of the impacts of the climate crisis:, Rapid changes in climate are spreading disease, increasing the intensity and frequency of extreme weather events, and creating food and water insecurity. Unless urgent action is taken, the worst for many children is yet to come., Although more children are immunized than ever before, a slowdown in immunisation coverage rates over the past decade is threatening to reverse hard-won gain in children’s health:, Measles vaccination coverage has stagnated since 2010, contributing to a resurgence of the deadly disease in many countries. Almost 350,000 cases of measles were recorded in 2018, more than double the total in 2017., The number of out-of-school children has stagnated and learning outcomes for those in school remain poor:, Globally, the number children who are not in primary level has remained static since 2007. Many of those who are in school are not learning the basics, let alone the skills they need to thrive in today’s economy. To accelerate progress in advancing child rights, and to address stagnation and backsliding in some of these rights, the report calls…

In November 2019, the world marks the 30th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly adopting the Convention on the Rights of the Child. To commemorate this occasion, UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta H. Fore has written  this open letter  to the world’s children. The letter describes the enormous progress that the international…

KATHMANDU, 6 September 2019, – Yesterday, the Honorable Minister of Federal Affairs and General Administration Mr Lal Babu Pandit, declared the Kanchanrup Municipality as the first child-friendly municipality in Province 2, and the third child-friendly municipality in Nepal after federalism. A child-friendly municipality embodies the spirit of the Convention on the Rights of…

This year, we’re celebrating, 30 years since world leaders made a promise to all children, , everywhere, to protect and fulfill their rights, by adopting the UN’s Convention on the Rights of the Child. Although great strides have been made in these past decades in protecting and promoting the rights of children, the truth is that children’s rights continue to be threatened daily. There are still too many children being left behind.…, “My Childhood.”, These films are expected to capture diverse points-of-view, offering insight into the minds, experiences and inner lives of young people, as well as sensitizing participants, in the process, about their own right to a safe, happy childhood. Selected films will be broadcast via UNICEF Nepal’s website and social media channels. In addition, best…, GUIDELINES:, Filmmakers must be between the ages of, 14 to 18., The entire film must have been, conceived and created, by the young filmmaker with minimal input from adults, although adult supervision is recommended. Please fill and submit this, application form, . Film length should be between, 1 to 5 minutes, , can be in Nepali, English, or any local language. If in local language, please provide a, list of subtitles in Nepali/English, . All submissions and queries are to be emailed to, unicefnepal@gmail.com, Proof of age, is required – along with your submissions, please provide a scanned copy of a valid, birth certificate or national ID, ., Proof of consent, is required – please fill the UNICEF Consent Form.pdf, attached consent form, , and have it signed by a parent or guardian and send us the scanned copy along with your film. All films should be received by, midnight 17 October 2019 (30 Asoj 2076),  

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Why Invest in the children of Nepal?, At a time when Nepal is undergoing a historic transition and facing an ageing society, together, we have the opportunity to invest in the future of the nation’s prosperity. With, 40 per cent of the population, under the age of 18 years, , the investment made in children today will define the progress of the nation for tomorrow., Did you know, that, for every dollar invested in quality early childhood development programmes, that dollar will yield a return of between $6 and $17?, Did you know, that less than, US$50, dollars can fully immunize a child?, Imagine, empowering a girl to return to school for only US$ 180, saving her from child marriage and enabling her to break the cycle of poverty., For only US$ 120, a child can be saved from child labour and returned to their family. Two children A student Mother and son Mother feeding her child A boy using water tap, Why  invest in UNICEF Nepal?, For over 50 years, UNICEF Nepal has been working tirelessly to support children and their families with life-saving assistance and long-term help to protect the rights of every child, all around the country. We are on the ground, helping to ensure that every child, especially the most vulnerable, is protected, receives quality care and nutrition,…, But we cannot do it alone. , UNICEF relies on the long term strategic support of donors and supporters. Contact us today for more information.