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Sanitation and Open Defecation

Every child has a right to adequate hygiene and sanitation.

Dr. Elvis Badianga Kumbu holds a young girl in his arms after she underwent treatment at the Presbyterian Hospital in Mbuji-Mayi, Kasaï region, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sunday 28 January 2018.

Child Survival and Development

Every child has a right to survive

Young girl with her arms crossed in front of her, wearing a school uniform and standing in front of the girls' bathrooms at her school

#NoPoopChallenge: A campaign to end open defecation

On World Toilet Day, join UNICEF in campaigning for an end to open defecation in West and Central Africa

Adama Traoré, 40, has been a vaccinator at Sadiola community health center for more than 10 years.

A day in the life of a vaccinator in Mali

Going the distance to reach every child, no matter where they live

Young boy holds phone up to take a selfie with u-reporter

Young people share video diaries to connect with their peers

While physically distancing, young people share words of encouragement with their peers via video diaries

Children holding talkie walkies to their ear

Coronavirus hotlines for West and Central African countries

A list of local numbers you can call for information on COVID-19

Illustration of man on the bus yelling at an Asian woman for not wearing a mask

Quick guide to avoiding coronavirus-related stigma

Here's how you can talk about coronavirus without contributing to stigmatization

A young boy dress in a doctor's uniform pretends to consult another young boy.

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19): What is it really?

Learn about coronavirus and how to protect yourself from it

Adults and children sitting down and having a conversation

8 tips to talk to your child about coronavirus disease 2019

How to comfort and protect your child during the COVID-19 pandemic

Students smile as they wash their hands

Wash your hands! How a simple gesture can protect you.

Everything you need to know about washing your hands to protect against coronavirus (COVID-19)