UNICEF was established in 1946, in the aftermath of World War II to help children and young people whose lives and futures were at risk – no matter what role their country had played in the war. Their work matters more than ever today, with conflicts and crises threatening millions of children and young people, and millions more deprived of the opportunities they need to grow into healthy, productive adults.

Impartial and non-political, they are never neutral when it comes to protecting children’s rights and safeguarding their lives and futures. Social inclusion of all children is at the core of UNICEF’s mandate in Romania. To accomplish this, they, along with their partners, central and local authorities and NGOs, developed two models: The Minimum Package of Services for vulnerable children and their families; and the Quality Inclusive Education Package. These models focus on preventing unnecessary separation of children from their families, poverty, early pregnancies, illness, discrimination, absenteeism and school dropouts. They are now ready to be scaled-up nationwide, with national or European funding.

Through Communication for Social Change campaigns we are also working on preventing discrimination and violence against children and empowering parents, caregivers and legal guardians, to provide a protective, stimulating environment for every child.

UNICEF is also mobilizing resources from private individuals, private sector companies and foundations to support children in Romania and beyond.