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The official account of @UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell — a champion #ForEveryChild, everywhere.

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Multiple Micronutrient Supplements are good for mothers and their babies.

Community healthcare workers are instrumental in getting these life-changing nutrients to women in Pakistan.

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Children’s voices must be heard at global gatherings like . Children are the future, and they can help put adults onto a positive path forward.

We should listen to them. Take action. And do what’s right for them and our planet.

Children’s voices must be heard at global gatherings like #SIDS4. Children are the future, and they can help put adults onto a positive path forward. We should listen to them. Take action. And do what’s right for them and our planet.
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is facing a growing risk of conflict-induced famine with catastrophic consequences, especially for children.

Parties to the conflict must allow life-saving humanitarian access.

Children need peace.

More here by UNICEF, World Food Programme and World Health Organization (WHO)👇 unicef.org/press-releases…

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None of UNICEF's work for children is possible without the invaluable contribution of our partners, donors, and dedicated staff.

Learn more: unicef.org/reports/unicef…

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Pleased to welcome the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) Humanitarian Principals to UNICEF for urgent discussions on strengthening humanitarian responses for the millions of children and families in dire need of life-saving assistance.

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Globally, about 1 in 3 children have elevated blood lead levels.

Childhood lead poisoning can damage a child’s body or brain development and cause life-long health issues.

We thank USAID for their leadership in bringing this issue to the attention of leaders at .

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Leaders at must prioritize protecting vulnerable groups, including children.

UNICEF stands ready to engage in future negotiations. gh.bmj.com/content/9/5/e0…

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Children faced huge risks during from the impacts of the pandemic – including disruptions to the education of 1 billion.

We need an equitable Pandemic Agreement that prioritizes the needs of some of the most vulnerable communities.

Children faced huge risks during #COVID19 from the impacts of the pandemic – including disruptions to the education of 1 billion. We need an equitable Pandemic Agreement that prioritizes the needs of some of the most vulnerable communities.
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A pleasure to welcome International Cricket Council CEO Geoff Allardice to UNICEF today and recommit to our shared goals of empowering girls around the world.

The ICC is a powerful ally in UNICEF’s efforts to advance gender equality.

A pleasure to welcome International Cricket Council CEO Geoff Allardice to @UNICEF today and recommit to our shared goals of empowering girls around the world. The @ICC is a powerful ally in UNICEF’s efforts to advance gender equality.
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Thank you, Fatoumata, for being a menstrual hygiene champion. 
  
Your initiative to produce reusable pads for girls in your school is truly inspiring.  
  
Every girl deserves access to proper menstrual hygiene care, no matter who or where they are.

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This Menstrual Hygiene Day, join UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Millie Bobby Brown in smashing taboos around menstruation. Period.

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Pope Francis has warned about a globalization of indifference.

We must turn indifference or disregard for the rights and well-being of children into a globalization of peace, kindness and caring for every child, everywhere.

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Inspiring visit to Italy to meet Pope Francis and join tens of thousands of children who are helping to galvanize global action for the hundreds of millions of children affected by poverty, conflict, and the climate crises.

More here:👇 unicef.org/press-releases…

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Deeply honored to meet His Holiness Pope Francis today to discuss our shared commitment to better protect the world's children in these challenging times.

Pope Francis

Deeply honored to meet His Holiness Pope Francis today to discuss our shared commitment to better protect the world's children in these challenging times. @Pontifex
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Joining thousands of children from around the world at an event organized by the Vatican.

Millions of children continue to have their lives torn apart by war & inequality. It’s an important moment to come together in the spirit of furthering peace and the rights of children.

Joining thousands of children from around the world at an event organized by the Vatican. Millions of children continue to have their lives torn apart by war & inequality. It’s an important moment to come together in the spirit of furthering peace and the rights of children.
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Inspired by meeting Hannah in Rome today, who faced a harrowing journey from Nigeria to Italy.
 
She now uses her experience to empower others as a UNICEF youth advocate & engaging with @UReportOnTheMove to amplify the voices of unaccompanied children and young migrants and refugees.

Inspired by meeting Hannah in Rome today, who faced a harrowing journey from Nigeria to Italy.   She now uses her experience to empower others as a @UNICEF youth advocate & engaging with @UReportOTM to amplify the voices of unaccompanied children and young migrants and refugees.
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Had a very productive meeting with the President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella. 
 
Grateful for Italy's support to multilateralism, migrant and refugee children, and UNICEF's work for children in conflict zones and emergencies.
 
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Had a very productive meeting with the President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella.    Grateful for Italy's support to multilateralism, migrant and refugee children, and @UNICEF's work for children in conflict zones and emergencies.   @Quirinale
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Thrilled to meet with some amazing UNICEF colleagues in Rome today.

Next month marks 50 years of UNICEF’s presence in Italy and the continued steadfast support of the Government and the people of Italy for some of the most vulnerable children around the world.

Thrilled to meet with some amazing @UNICEF colleagues in Rome today. Next month marks 50 years of UNICEF’s presence in Italy and the continued steadfast support of the Government and the people of Italy for some of the most vulnerable children around the world.
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