UN humanitarian chief warns that failing to help vulnerable countries fight the coronavirus now could place millions at risk and leave the virus-free to circle back around the globe.   UN launches US$2 billion global humanitarian response to fight COVID-19 in 51 countries across South America, Africa, the Middle East and Asia.   Governments urged…

NEW YORK, 25 March 2020 – “In just a few months, COVID-19 has upended the lives of children around the world. Hundreds of millions are not in school. Parents and caregivers have lost their jobs. Borders have been closed. “Children are the hidden victims of this pandemic. We’re worried about its short- and long-term impacts on their health, well-…

The urgent action we take today can prevent the COVID-19 pandemic from becoming a lasting crisis for children, especially the most vulnerable. , The urgent action we take today can prevent the COVID-19 pandemic from becoming a lasting crisis for children, especially the most vulnerable. , There is no time to lose. Without immediate funding and key lifesaving interventions to deliver essentials, strengthen health systems and maintain routine services for vulnerable children, an additional 6,000 children under five could die a day – more than 4 children every minute – due to the direct impact of COVID-19. We need you to help us…, RESPOND with vital supplies, Soap, gloves, masks and access to clean water are a lifeline to children and their families. You can give them a fighting chance with access to the basics. Your donation helps UNICEF deliver life-saving medicine, nutritious food and vaccines., Help communities RECOVER, COVID-19 isn’t just tackling under-resourced fragile health systems, it’s attacking the way children access education, the way their families earn an income to cover their needs, and how safe they feel in their homes, communities and countries. This is a child right’s crisis. Right now, UNICEF staff is on the ground doing everything in our power…, Help us REIMAGINE a world that is fit for every child, For more than 70 years, UNICEF has responded to some of the biggest crises our world has faced. We’ve been on the front lines of every pandemic, epidemic, famine and conflict since World War II. We have the experience, tools and partners to not only help communities recover, but also to help them build back better. History shows we can do it. Are…, Put your donation to work today, A nurse takes a girl’s temperature at a Primary Health Care Centre in Beirut, Lebanon., Put your donation to work today, UNICEF operates the world’s largest humanitarian warehouse, shipping vital supplies to communities battling the virus. Your donation helps us rush supplies where needed most. Because we buy in bulk, we keep costs low so your donation can help more children. We are there before, during and after a crisis. Saving a life is not enough. We learn…, Are you with us?, Are you with us?, A donation, no matter how small, can make an impact on a child whose health, safety, education and rights are at risk. With your support, UNICEF will do whatever it takes to ensure children and their families get the urgent support they need.   On 29 January 2020, a shipment of personal protective equipment is seen on arrival before being unloaded…, Other ways to help stop the virus, Icon showing hand washing Learn how to protect yourselves and your families Icon of a computer screen Share your voice and be an advocate for change Icon of a quiz Fight misinformation: test your knowledge, About UNICEF, About UNICEF, We will do whatever it takes. Are you with us?

With conditions for refugees on the Greek islands already dire, UNICEF calls for immediate transfer of vulnerable children to mainland

NEW YORK, 24 March 2020 - As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to soar around the world, UNICEF has spokespeople available for interview on the outbreak, the impact on children and young people and UNICEF's ongoing response. Spokespeople include:  GLOBAL NAME AND TITLE   LANGUAGES CONTACT PERSON Dr. Carlos Navarro Colorado Principal Advisor,…

DAMASCUS, 23 March 2020 - “Yet again the water supply from the Allouk water station in the northeast of Syria has been interrupted. This is the latest in a series of disruptions in pumping over the past weeks. “The interruption of water supply during the current efforts to curb the spread of the Coronavirus disease puts children and families at…

< Back to UNICEF COVID-19 portal   The consequences of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak are being felt around the world. For many children, this means having to cope with disrupted education, family illness and loss of household income – things that disproportionately affect girls and boys from the poorest families. By giving working…

Overview for donors, < Back to UNICEF COVID-19 portal   UNICEF has updated its appeal to $1.93 billion to meet growing needs of children impacted by COVID-19 pandemic. In line with the July COVID-19 Global Humanitarian Response Plan update, UNICEF has also reviewed and revised its Humanitarian Action for Children appeal requirements. To meet the needs in 155…, Infogram, Donations graph, As of 31 August, US$1.03 billion had been received thanks to contributions from: Resource partner Donation (US$) Global Partnership for Education 231.8 million United States 136.2 million United Kingdom 113.2 million Government of Japan 112.2 million Private Sector  87.9 million World Bank 75.2 million European Union 45.6 million Government of…, Donations, As an organization funded entirely by voluntary donations, UNICEF relies on support from the private sector as a core source of income. During emergencies, that need is even greater and more urgent.   Included in the private sector contributions to UNICEF’s COVID-19 response listed above are financial and/or in-kind contributions from the…, Pledges, In addition to funds received, UNICEF has approximately US$270 million in firm commitments from, and partnerships with, public and private sector actors, including Germany, the EU, the UK, the United States, and the World Bank, as well as AstraZeneca, Bayer Brazil, G. Barrie Landry, Gamers Without Borders, Original BUFF SA, Pampers France, Pandora…

Intro, < Back to UNICEF COVID-19 portal   The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has upended family life around the world. School closures, working remote, physical distancing — it's a lot to navigate for anyone, but especially for parents. We teamed up with the Parenting for Lifelong Health initiative to bring parents and caregivers a set of…, Explore the parenting tips, 1. Talking about COVID-19 2. One-on-one time 3. Keeping it positive 4. Get structured 5. Learning through play 6. Keeping children safe online 7. Family harmony at home 8. Keep calm and manage stress 9. Bad behaviour 10. When we get angry 11. Family budgeting in times of financial stress 12. Parenting in crowded homes and communities 13. Parenting…, Talking about COVID-19, 1. Talking about COVID-19, Be willing to talk. They will already have heard something. Silence and secrets do not protect our children. Honesty and openness do. Think about how much they will understand. You know them best. Download these tips  [PDF format]. Be open and listen Allow your child to talk freely. Ask them open questions and find out how much they already know.…, One-on-one time, 2. One-on-one time during COVID-19, Can’t go to work? Schools closed? Worried about money? It is normal to feel stressed and overwhelmed.  School shutdown is also a chance to make better relationships with our children and teenagers. One-on-One time is free and fun. It makes children feel loved and secure, and shows them that they are important. Download these tips  [PDF format].…, Keeping it positive, 3. Keeping it positive during the coronavirus outbreak, It‘s hard to feel positive when our kids or teenagers are driving us crazy. We often end up saying “Stop doing that!”. But children are much more likely to do what we ask if we give them positive instructions and lots of praise for what they do right. Download these tips  [PDF format]. Say the behaviour you want to see  Use positive words when…, Get structured , 4. Get structured , COVID-19 has taken away our daily work, home and school routines. This is hard for children, teenagers and for you. Making new routines can help. Download these tips  [PDF format]. Create a flexible but consistent daily routine Make a schedule for you and your children that has time for structured activities as well as free time. This can help…, Learning through play, 5. Learning through play, Millions of children face school closure and isolation in their own home. This tip is about learning through play – something that can be fun for all ages! Download  these tips  [PDF format]. Types of play There are so many different types of play that can be both fun AND educational. Language, numbers, objects, drama and music games give children…, Keeping children safe online, 6. Keeping children safe online during COVID-19, Children and teens are now spending a lot more time online. Being connected helps them reduce the impact of COVID-19 and encourages them to continue with their lives…but it also presents risks and dangers. Download  these tips  [PDF format]. Online risks Adults targeting children for sexual purposes on social media, gaming, and messaging platforms…, Family harmony at home, 7. Family harmony at home, When we model peaceful and loving relationships, our children feel more secure and loved. Positive language, active listening and empathy help maintain a peaceful and happy family environment during these stressful times.  Download  these tips  [PDF format]. We are models for our kids How we talk and behave in front of others is a big influence on…, Keep calm and manage stress, 8. Keep calm and manage stress from COVID-19, This is a stressful time. Take care of yourself, so you can support your children. Download these tips  [PDF format]. You are not alone Millions of people have the same fears as us. Find someone who you can talk to about how you are feeling. Listen to them. Avoid social media that makes you feel panicked. Take a break We all need a break sometimes…, Bad behaviour, 9. Bad behaviour, All children misbehave. It is normal when children are tired, hungry, afraid, or learning independence. And they can drive us crazy when stuck at home. Download these tips  [PDF format]. Redirect Catch bad behavior early and redirect your kids’ attention from a bad to a good behavior. Stop it before it starts! When they start to get restless, you…, When we get angry, 10. When we get angry, We love our children and teenagers, but the stresses of COVID-19, money and lockdown can make us angry. Here is how we can maintain control and manage our anger so we do not hurt others. Brain science shows if you control your anger or do something positive you increase your child’s brain development. That’s real success! Download these tips  [PDF…, Family budgeting in times of financial stress, 11. Family budgeting in times of financial stress, Millions are stressed about money because of COVID-19. It can make us feel exhausted, angry, and distracted. Children or teenagers asking for things can cause arguments. But we can do things that help cope with financial stress. Download these tips  [PDF format]. Involve children and teens in making a family budget A budget is how we decide what…, Parenting in crowded homes and communities, 12. Parenting in crowded homes and communities during COVID-19, Keeping your family healthy and safe from COVID-19 can feel even harder when you live in crowded conditions. But there are things you can do to make this easier for your family. Download these tips  [PDF format]. Stay where you are Limit those leaving and returning to your immediate living space to as few and as infrequent as possible. Only leave…, Tips for children with disabilities, 13. Parenting children with disabilities, All children, including those with disabilities, need love, respect, nurturing, and time, especially during difficult and uncertain times. Download these tips  [PDF format].   Keep your child safe It is strongly recommended that you follow local guidelines for COVID-19 while helping your child stay as active as possible both indoors and outdoors.…, Tips for parenting teens, 14. Parenting teens, Adolescents may be missing school, friends and their social life. It is important to provide them with extra support as well as the space to express themselves independently. Download these tips  [PDF format].   Spend time with your teen  Plan creative ways to communicate with friends and family (e.g. writing messages or drawing pictures). Cook a…, Parenting a New Baby?, 15. Parenting a new baby, We spend a lot of time indoors with a young baby and COVID-19 makes it much more intense. It is completely normal to feel isolated, overwhelmed, anxious, and scared for you and your baby. Download these tips  [PDF format].   Sharing is caring Use social media, phone calls and anything at your disposal to reach out and connect with others. Take…

Women’s paid and unpaid work, particularly with regards to care-related work, is an area that touches the heart of UNICEF’s mandate and mission. This area of work – especially within the context of women’s personal and economic empowerment, and its impact on development and economic growth more broadly – can leverage current initiatives and…