The challenge, On any given school day, over 1 billion children around the world head to class. More children and adolescents today are enrolled in pre-primary, primary and secondary education than ever before. Yet, for many of them, schooling does not lead to learning. A lack of trained teachers, inadequate learning materials, makeshift classes and poor…, Resources, UNICEF Education Strategy, 2019–2030 This strategy guides UNICEF’s work in education, confirming its commitment to deliver with partners the Sustainable Development Goals for education and the realization of the Convention on the Rights of the Child – so that every child learns. The Investment Case for Education and Equity This report explains the…, UNICEF’s work in education, All children have the right to go to school and learn, regardless of who they are, where they live or how much money their family has. Quality learning requires a safe, friendly environment, qualified and motivated teachers, and instruction in languages students can understand. It also requires that learning outcomes be monitored and feed back…, Planned results for 2021, Education partnerships, As efforts to realize the  Sustainable Development Goals accelerate, UNICEF is expanding education systems to capture the children most at risk. We forge partnerships with key development organizations, like the Global Partnership for Education, the Global Education Cluster and the United Nations Girls' Education Initiative, to advance our…

BAMAKO/DAKAR/GENEVA/NEW YORK, 13 August 2019 – There has been a sharp increase in grave violations committed against children in 2019 in Mali, particularly in killing and maiming, UNICEF and child protection partners warned today. Preliminary data recorded by the United Nations show that more than 150 children were killed in the first half of 2019…

KINSHASA/DAKAR/GENEVA/NEW YORK, 13 August 2019 – The number of children in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) who have been orphaned or left unaccompanied due to the Ebola epidemic has more than doubled since April, requiring a rapid ramp-up of specialized care in the Ebola-hit provinces of Ituri and North Kivu. UNICEF and partners have…

Work with the GSSC, UNICEF staff can apply their skills and experience to achieving global humanitarian goals that can positively impact the lives of the world’s most vulnerable children. Working for UNICEF also provides numerous other benefits – from favorable work entitlements and flexible work arrangements to working as part of a multicultural team that values…, Meet the GSSC team, Contact us, UNICEF Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC) Wesselenyi utca 16. 1077 Budapest Hungary Telephone number: (+36) 1 790 9555 Email: gssc@unicef.org

Delivering results, The GSSC has been serving UNICEF staff and offices globally since September 2016 and continues to drive efficiency, deliver cost savings and value for money and reduce organizational risk.  The Centre continually works to add value to UNICEF’s work by:  streamlining and automating processes  improving quality assurance and reporting  increasing…, A snapshot of 2019 transactional processing and performance:, Volume of transactions processed increased by 2 per cent to over 1 million compared to 2018 data. 12.8 % of transactions directly supported emergency countries. The GSSC has accelerated service delivery targets to service these operations. Performance against service level targets had an average of 96.7 per cent (compared to target of 90 per cent…, GSSC: Global reach and annual transactions, HR payroll map UNICEF Finance and MDM map UNICEF

Transforming business, UNICEF and several UN agencies have adopted the shared services model and centralized transactional services in one or more service centres. Several are in Budapest, along with more than 100 private-sector service centres, many of whom have been operating for a decade or more.This provides opportunities for UNICEF to benchmark against industry…, See how UNICEF is driving operational change and future vision, The nerve-centre of UNICEF: Global Shared Service Center (GSSC)

Driving efficiency, One of UNICEF’s driving mandates is to “continuously improve.” Our evolution and innovation both point toward one goal: improving the lives of children and their families. Pivotal to continuous improvement is working smarter, maximising benefits and reducing operational costs. In 2016, UNICEF began an expansive and ambitious change – to centralize…, Measuring results, The GSSC’s biggest benefit is to save time for our field staff. Reducing transaction processing in offices allows our field staff more time to focus on UNICEF’s mission. Through economies of scale and lower operating costs, the Centre saves UNICEF an estimated $25 million annually. End-to-end process visibility allows UNICEF to better identify…

Title, Twenty-five years ago, some 30,000 women and men from nearly 200 countries arrived in Beijing, China, for the Fourth World Conference on Women, determined to recognize women's rights as human rights. The conference culminated in the adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action : the most comprehensive policy agenda for gender…, My voice, our equal future, Every year on 11 October, the International Day of the Girl, UNICEF launches an annual campaign with girls to amplify their voices and stand up for their rights. This year, under the theme, “My voice, our equal future”, let’s seize the opportunity to reimagine  a better world inspired by adolescent girls – energized and recognized, counted and…, Ways to get involved, Share stories of inspiring adolescent girls or girl-led organizations who are developing innovative solutions or leading efforts towards positive social change, including gender equality, in their communities and nations. Let’s amplify their leadership, actions and impact to inspire others.  Participate in a youth-led digital activation launching…, Girls breaking barriers, UNICEF/UNI211133/Haro In Niger, girls take their shot at a better future A girl in a UNICEF shirt smiles next to a mother and daughter, Mali Fatoumata advocates for the right to education in Mali A teenage girl braids a girl's hair, Uganda Ide works towards her dream of becoming a lawyer in Uganda, A platform for action, The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action is the most progressive blueprint ever for advancing the rights of not only women but girls. Now, nearly 25 years later, the Platform for Action remains a powerful foundation for assessing progress on gender equality. It calls for a world where every girl and woman can realize all her rights, such as…, Resources, A New Era for Girls: Taking stock of 25 years of progress Five actions for gender equality in the COVID-19 response Investing in the pathways to employment

The Challenge, All children have the right to survive and thrive. Yet, children and adolescents still face significant challenges surviving past infancy and developing to their full potential. In 2018, 6.2 million children and young adolescents died, mostly from preventable causes. Children under the age of 5 accounted for 5.3 million of these deaths – nearly…, Resources, UNICEF Global Annual Results Report: Health, 2018 Read more about UNICEF’s progress expanding access to quality health care for children and adolescents around the globe. UNICEF Health Strategy, 2016–2030 Read more about UNICEF’s approach to end preventable maternal, newborn and child deaths and promote the health and development of all children…, UNICEF's work in health, Despite the scale of the challenge, solutions are in sight. Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals requires a global shift from treating diseases to strengthening health systems so that all children, adolescents and women of reproductive age have access to affordable, quality health care. UNICEF works around the world – including in some of…

The Challenge, During conflicts, natural disasters and other emergencies, children’s health needs can be neglected – to devastating effect. Newborns, children, and mothers are often cut off from basic and essential care, including life-saving medicines and supplies. The risk of disease and malnutrition soars. And adolescents become more vulnerable to sexual…, Resources, Core Commitments for Children in Humanitarian Action Learn about this global framework for protecting the rights of children affected by humanitarian crises. The SPHERE Handbook, 2018 This handbook documents a set of universal minimum standards in core areas of humanitarian response. Newborn Health in Humanitarian Settings Field Guide This field…, UNICEF’s response, Ensuring access to health services in humanitarian and emergency settings requires strong coordination among Governments and partners. It also requires sustainable funding, strategic planning, and capacity-building on the ground. UNICEF works closely with Governments, UN agencies, and other partners to help countries prepare for and respond to…