Pleased to meet Vice President Jallow of The Gambia and thank him for the commitment to advance the rights of children, including access to quality education. UNICEF will continue to support these efforts, ensuring that digital learning reaches even the most marginalized child.

Investing in #QualityEducation in emergencies & protracted crises has impacts far beyond the classroom. It fosters economic development, social cohesion & helps build the foundation for long-term peace & resilience. Learn how Education Cannot Wait & partners are making a difference➡️

Happy 3️⃣rd National Sitting Day!!🎊 Today,1️⃣0️⃣5️⃣ Honourable Members of the Children National Assembly (Children National Assembly - The Gambia) are gathering in Banjul to: 🗣 Champion Key issues affecting children across The Gambia. 🗳 Elect a new speaker to lead their charge. 📜 Present a position

Children Championing the Change They Want! 👏 Today, we were proud to join Children National Assembly - The Gambia at their 3️⃣rd National Sittings, not just as duty bearers but as partners and advocates for the fulfillment of their rights. At UNICEF, we renew our commitment to continue supporting

"Every child in The Gambia must be embraced with opportunities, supported, and protected in their fundamental rights. Children are not just leaders of tomorrow-they are leaders of today." Nafisa Binte Shafique UNICEF Country Representative, UNICEF Gambia

The Country Representative for UNICEF The Gambia Nafisa Binte Shafique gave a powerful message re-iterating her meticulous support to children of the Gambia Ministry of Youth and Sports The Gambia National Youth Council - The Gambia 🇬🇲

Fulfilling the rights of every child in The #Gambia includes partnering with children. 🤝🙌 Children are speaking, and we must amplify their voices and champion the fulfillment of their rights. Thank you, Honourable Speaker of Children National Assembly - The Gambia. #ForEveryChild Participation

We must ensure that representation isn't just on paper. It must be proactive, inclusive, and empowering #ForEveryChild to live, thrive, and attain their full potential. Karl-Frédérick Paul Nafisa Binte Shafique #ForEveryChild Representation #UNICEFGambiaAt60 #UNICEFWithGambia

#ForEveryChild, a voice that transcends a generation of hope and the will to stand by children and fulfill their rights. We must always listen to the moral clarity of the young, as mentioned by Nafisa Binte Shafique - UNICEF Country Representative The #Gambia. #UNICEFGambiaAt60

A new month and a new beginning: celebrating 6️⃣0️⃣ years of hope and growth🌴🌳🙌 This September, we're making a renewed promise for a greener future. UNICEF staff in The #Gambia today planted fruit trees at the Cape Point beach and at the UN House, symbolizing our unwavering

Get ready Gambia! #SONA is coming to your homes 🎊🇬🇲 We're proud to introduce Sona, a new animated series that will empower and entertain by giving a voice to children while beautifully celebrating the vibrant beauty of The Gambia. Coming soon... Ministry of Information - The Gambia

#Girls in West & Central Africa face challenges. Yet, across the 24 countries, they are mobilizing to find solutions & allies. Stand with them to shape the regional agenda with & for girls by hearing their stories & messages. 🗓Dakar, October 10 & 11. #GirlsSummitDakar2025

This #DayOfTheGirl, girls in West and Central Africa will make their voices heard at #GirlsSummitDakar2025. Despite barriers, adolescent girls lead, create solutions and show the power of their ideas to improve the lives of children. Here’s my message to them. #GirlGoals

This year's #DayOfTheGirl, the spotlight is on Dakar! Adolescent girls and boys from across West & Central Africa will unveil their Regional Girls’ Agenda, calling leaders to act on their commitments. It’s not just a celebration—it’s a rallying point to put girls’ rights at the

Happy International Day of the Girl 🌟🌟 This year's theme, "the girl I am, the change I lead: girls on the frontline of crisis", isn't just a slogan, it's a living reality! Girls are clear about the barriers they face and what must change for a better future. "Girls are not

Concluding two incredible days with girls and boys from our region, determined to stand by them and keep girls at the center of every national agenda. Thank you Catherine Russell for your leadership. Our commitment to adolescent girls and boys in West and Central Africa is stronger

With the promises made to put girls at the center of national priorities in the west and central region, we are holding ourselves accountable - to support governments, regional economic communities, civil society organizations, the private sector, and girls themselves - in

The public display on the #DayOfTheGirl is a powerful reminder that access to - and retention in - quality education remains the top priority for #Girls in West and Central Africa. A beautiful close to the #GirlsSummitDakar2025 — but not the end. Girls have claimed their right to

The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead: On the frontlines of crisis, girls are leading the solutions! 🌍 Did you catch our statement for this year's International Day of the Girl (IDG)? It's a powerful reminder of the resilience, potential, and leadership girls show when empowered.

Girls of West and Central Africa — your courage lights the path to change. Keep raising your voices, keep leading the way. We stand with you, every step forward. #GirlsSummitDakar2025