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What we do

UNICEF is the global leader promoting and protecting children’s rights in 190 countries, including Turkmenistan.

UNICEF in Turkmenistan

UNICEF works with the Government of Turkmenistan and partners to advance the rights and well-being of every child. Guided by the UNICEF Country Programme for 2026-2030, we support national efforts to ensure that children survive, thrive, learn, are protected, and can contribute to the country's sustainable development. The programme is aligned with national priorities, the National Action Plan for the Realization of Children's Rights, and the Sustainable Development Goals.

UNICEF will focus its work around below flagships:

A woman and a man sit on a carpet, holding two babies and two young children, with fruit, pastries and tea laid out in front of them.

Early Years

A young boy wearing a traditional skullcap smiling brightly and raising his hand during a lesson in an inclusive cl

Disability Inclusion and Care

Two young participants wearing event badges smile in front of a green backdrop reading “Shared vision for a resilient future” at the Regional Ecological Summit 2026.

Climate Action and Youth

Also, UNICEF will continue to provide procurement services to support the national immunization and flour fortification programmes, and will continuously adapt them to the country’s needs, including in the case of emergencies.

Throughout UNICEF’s work, particular emphasis will be put on mainstreaming of

Gender

Youth participation

Disability

Evidence-based advocacy and communication

UNICEF continuously adjusts its advocacy and partnership strategies to effectively support our work and foster multi-stakeholder partnerships, including with civil society and the private sector.