UNICEF works in the world’s toughest places to reach the most disadvantaged children and adolescents – and to protect the rights of every child, everywhere. Across more than 190 countries and territories, they do whatever it takes to help children survive, thrive and fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

The world’s largest provider of vaccines, they support child health and nutrition, safe water and sanitation, quality education and skill building, HIV prevention and treatment for mothers and babies, and the protection of children and adolescents from violence and exploitation.

What They Do

Child safety through protection and inclusion

UNICEF works to improve the policies and services that protect all children. They aim to make the world a safe and inclusive place for children to grow.

Helping children to survive and thrive

Child mortality has decreased globally. UNICEF works to make sure solutions reach all children, everywhere.

Education is the key to opportunities

UNICEF believes that quality education is a right for all children, whether in the developing world or amidst conflict and crisis.

Responding to emergencies

Wherever there is a crisis, UNICEF strives to reach children and families in the hardest hit regions with lifesaving resources.

Creating change for women and girls

UNICEF fights for the equal rights of women and girls, with their full participation in political, social and economic development around the world.

Creating the world that children deserve

UNICEF believes that the complex challenges children face can be met with innovative, creative solutions backed by rigorous research.

Supplying solutions in the field

UNICEF works to provide and transport critical medicine, aid and supplies to the world’s most needy children.

Data and field work driving action

UNICEF’s global programmes and initiatives are grounded in rigorous research and thoughtful analysis.