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On 6 February 2023, rescue workers carry a boy they recovered from the rubbles of a building after an earthquake in Dana, rebel-held Idlib, Syrian Arab Republic.
News note
07 February 2023
UNICEF Geneva Palais briefing note on the situation of children and families affected by the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria
This is a summary of what was said UNICEF Spokesperson James Elder – to whom quoted text may be attributed - at today's press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva
On 6 February 2023, residents retrieve a small child from the rubble of a collapsed building following an earthquake in the town of Jandaris, in the countryside of Syria's northwestern city of Afrin in the rebel-held part of Aleppo province. Hundreds have been reportedly killed in north Syria after a 7.8-magnitude earthquake that originated in Turkey and was felt across neighboring countries.
Appeal
06 February 2023
Devastating earthquakes strike Syria and Türkiye
Thousands of children at risk in aftermath of destruction
On 6 February 2023, residents retrieve a small child from the rubble of a collapsed building following an earthquake in the town of Jandaris, in the countryside of Syria's northwestern city of Afrin in the rebel-held part of Aleppo province. Hundreds have been reportedly killed in north Syria after a 7.8-magnitude earthquake that originated in Turkey and was felt across neighboring countries.
Press release
06 February 2023
Thousands of children at risk after devastating earthquakes hit south-east Türkiye and Syria
Situation report
02 February 2023
Ukraine Refugee Response Humanitarian SitRep No.20(End-Year)
Humanitarian Action for Children

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English (PDF, 998 KB)
A woman pushes a pram along a street past badly damaged buildings in Borodyanka, Ukraine.
Appeal
25 January 2023
War in Ukraine: Support for children and families
The war has been devastating for Ukraine’s families. UNICEF and partners are on the ground providing support for those in need
Poland. Ukrainian refugee children carrying UNICEF backpacks walk to school.
Press release
24 January 2023
11 months of war in Ukraine have disrupted education for more than five million children
On International Day of Education, UNICEF calls for increased support to ensure learning opportunities for children in Ukraine and in refugee-hosting countries
UNICEF has contributed some 30,000 UNICEF schoolbags and stationery kits towards the initiative, supporting the education and mental health of children.
Press release
19 December 2022
UNICEF supports Ukraine Ministry of Social Policy and Ukrainian Railways holiday season campaign for war-affected children and vulnerable families
Children play at a Spilno-spot at a metro station in Kharkiv, amidst electricity cuts, air raids and attacks on the city. 15 November 2022
Press release
13 December 2022
Almost 7 million children in Ukraine at risk as attacks on energy infrastructure cause widespread blackouts and disruption of heating and water
UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell urges protection of children and civilian infrastructure
Situation report
09 December 2022
Ukraine Humanitarian Situation Report No. 23, 30 November 20
Ukraine Humanitarian Situation Report No. 23, 30 November 2022

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Two small children
Appeal
05 December 2022
Refugee and Migrant Crisis in Europe Appeal
Humanitarian Action for Children 2023

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2023 HAC appeal (PDF, 1 MB)