At
#UNICEF
Canada we're defending the right to childhood. Together we can give every child, everywhere, the chance to be a kid. French account:
@UNICEFCanada_FR
In Chattisgarh,
#India
, 15-year-old Varsha has a dedicated study space thanks to the support of UNICEF and partners.
Her father, Santhosh, is not just her biggest supporter but plays an active role in her education, helping her with her studies.
#ForEveryChild
,
#Education
5-year-old Hoorain participates in poem and rhymes class at her school in Chauburji, Lahore,
#Pakistan
. Hoorain is deaf, and a UNICEF-provided hearing aid has helped her continue her education and actively take part in classes.
#ForEveryChild
, Inclusion.
And the peace will illuminate the darkness. Sudan, may happiness bloom in your heart.
9-year-old Ebital from
#Sudan
yearns for peace and stability as children continue to suffer due to the ongoing conflict in the country.
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"One of the first things that comes to mind when I think of
#PrideMonth
, is that I am now able to live as my true authentic self". For Pride Month,
@UNICEFCanada
Youth Advocate Malik shares his experiences and views on the
#2SLGBTQ
+ rights in
#Canada
:
Why is
#parentalleave
so important for both new parents and their children? Respondents of a recent UNICEF Canada-Léger poll released for UNICEF’s Parenting Month shared their thoughts :
Heat waves are anything but fun in the sun.
Extreme heat & humidity can be extremely uncomfortable & pose serious health risks, especially for infants, children, pregnant women & the elderly.
Here are some tips on how you can protect yourself & your loved ones during
#heatwaves
.
“We listened to the stories of a W̱SÁNEĆ elder on the ancient shores of Russell Island. They were valuable lessons about living sustainably & respecting the earth.” UNICEF Canada youth advocate Daniel shares his journey to
#BritishColumbia
’s clam gardens:
Today, a
#Canada
where every school child can be assured of having healthy food every school day is closer with the release of the National School Food Policy:
Our National School Food Policy is an important stepping stone in ensuring that children don’t have to learn on an empty stomach. 🍏🍎
Here’s what you need to know!
Air pollution accounted for 8.1 million deaths globally in 2021, becoming the second-leading risk factor for death, including for children under five years, according to the latest State of Global Air report released today.
Learn more here:
.
@UNICEF
spokesperson
@1james_elder
shares the scenes at the Al-Aqsa hospital, in the
#GazaStrip
. Healthcare facilities & services continue to be under threat as UNICEF continues to stay & deliver in
#Gaza
, providing life-saving supplies & services to children & families.
José, 16, uses music to express his emotions after being forced to leave
#Venezuela
in search of safety & hope.
As we mark
#WorldRefugeeDay
tomorrow, it is important to remember that a child is a child, no matter why they leave home, where they come from, where they are.
"As we celebrate
#PrideMonth
, we should be proud of all the work we have done over the last few decades to make our
#2SLGBTQ
+ community feel safer." UNICEF Canada youth advocate Cyrus shares reflection on the 2SLGBTQ+ community in Canada:
UNICEF Canada wishes everyone celebrating with their families a safe, healthy and happy
#FathersDay
. Today and every day, we honour and celebrate fathers and guardians everywhere for their lessons, love and care.
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Healthy kids, healthy futures.
This
#FathersDay
, you can send a gift of hope to fathers around the world to protect their children from preventable diseases through UNICEF Canada’s Survival gifts.
Shop now:
It's been more than 1,000 days since the announcement banning girls in
#Afghanistan
from attending secondary school.
This violates the right of 1.5M girls to an education & means less opportunities.
All children must be allowed to resume learning immediately.
Why is
#parentalleave
so important for both new parents and their children? Respondents of a recent UNICEF Canada-Léger poll released for UNICEF’s Parenting Month shared their thoughts: