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UNICEF and SaveTheChildren support inclusion in Brovary: new opportunities for children with special needs

UNICEF and SaveTheChildren support inclusion in Brovary: new opportunities for children with special needs
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Iraq wants to allow adult men to marry 9-year-old girls

Iraq wants to allow adult men to marry 9-year-old girls

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Ukraine has received 270 thousand doses of tetanus and diphtheria vaccine: what you should know

Ukraine has received 270 thousand doses of tetanus and diphtheria vaccine: what you should know

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Hundreds of thousands of people in northern Gaza at risk of death - UN

Hundreds of thousands of people in northern Gaza at risk of death - UN

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Kyiv region was one of the first to launch a school nutrition reform: Kravchenko tells about the results

Kyiv region was one of the first to launch a school nutrition reform: Kravchenko tells about the results

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Kiper told about the preparation of Odesa region for the heating season

Kiper told about the preparation of Odesa region for the heating season

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October 15: World Handwashing Day, International Day of Rural Women

October 15: World Handwashing Day, International Day of Rural Women

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October 11: International Day of the Girl Child, World Egg Day

October 11: International Day of the Girl Child, World Egg Day

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UNICEF: More than 370 million girls and women are victims of childhood sexual abuse

UNICEF: More than 370 million girls and women are victims of childhood sexual abuse

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Government allocates UAH 56.9 million to build shelters for schools in three regions

Government allocates UAH 56.9 million to build shelters for schools in three regions

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The Cabinet of Ministers has agreed on the procedure and conditions for receiving financial assistance from UNICEF for 350 schools

The Cabinet of Ministers has agreed on the procedure and conditions for receiving financial assistance from UNICEF for 350 schools

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Return of orphans from abroad: family-based forms of upbringing will be a priority

Return of orphans from abroad: family-based forms of upbringing will be a priority

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More than 24 thousand families have received the Baby Box since the beginning of 2024

More than 24 thousand families have received the Baby Box since the beginning of 2024

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Ukrzaliznytsia launched a train with the first children's carriage in Ukraine: what it looks like

Ukrzaliznytsia launched a train with the first children's carriage in Ukraine: what it looks like

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Norway to allocate $7.4 million for UNICEF programs in Ukraine

Norway to allocate $7.4 million for UNICEF programs in Ukraine

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Ukrzaliznytsia launches the first “children's car”

Ukrzaliznytsia launches the first “children's car”

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August 1: International Breastfeeding Day, World Lung Cancer Day, Honey Savior

August 1: International Breastfeeding Day, World Lung Cancer Day, Honey Savior

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Families with children affected by the July 8 Russian attack will receive financial assistance

Families with children affected by the July 8 Russian attack will receive financial assistance

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In just 22 hours: Ukrainians raised UAH 250 million for Okhmatdyt

In just 22 hours: Ukrainians raised UAH 250 million for Okhmatdyt

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The Foreign Ministry organized a visit of more than 30 heads of foreign diplomatic missions to the site of the Russian attack on Okhmatdyt

The Foreign Ministry organized a visit of more than 30 heads of foreign diplomatic missions to the site of the Russian attack on Okhmatdyt

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UK allocates more than 44 million dollars to help Ukraine and imposes new sanctions against russia

UK allocates more than 44 million dollars to help Ukraine and imposes new sanctions against russia

The UK provides 35m pounds to restore the energy system and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Sanctions were also imposed against 20 ships and two Russian companies involved in shady oil transportation.

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The method of population census through the NBU cannot be implemented - Ministry of Social Policy

The method of population census through the NBU cannot be implemented - Ministry of Social Policy

The Ministry of Social Policy reports that it is impossible to implement the electronic census through the NBU and telephone numbers. Currently, an alternative statistical observation tool developed jointly with UNICEF is being used.

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Kyiv region signs memorandum with UNICEF: what will change for orphaned children

Kyiv region signs memorandum with UNICEF: what will change for orphaned children

A memorandum on the development of family forms of parenting with UNICEF was signed in the Kyiv region. Five communities of the region will be piloted to introduce new services to support orphaned children and foster families.

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Guardians will receive a one-time 1 thousand UAH for each orphan child

Guardians will receive a one-time 1 thousand UAH for each orphan child

The government will allocate 1000 UAH of additional assistance to orphans and children without parental care for St. Nicholas Day. The Cabinet of ministers also adopted a strategy to ensure the right of children to family education until 2028.

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Beware of fake: UNICEF warns of non-existent charity event “gifts for St. Nicholas Day”

Beware of fake: UNICEF warns of non-existent charity event “gifts for St. Nicholas Day”

A fake video about a charity event organized by UNICEF for Ukrainian children is being shared on TikTok. The Foundation refutes the information and warns against entering personal data on third-party resources.

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Kyiv region will work to expand cooperation with UNICEF to support children and families - Kravchenko

Kyiv region will work to expand cooperation with UNICEF to support children and families - Kravchenko

The Kyiv RMA and UNICEF discussed further cooperation on the restoration of educational institutions and medical infrastructure. Out of 247 damaged educational institutions, 209 have already been restored, and a mental health center is also planned to be expanded.

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UNICEF expands assistance to Ukrainians: who can count on payments

UNICEF expands assistance to Ukrainians: who can count on payments

UNICEF is expanding financial support programs for Ukrainian families with children in the frontline areas. Payments will amount to up to UAH 21800, and the number of schools receiving grants will increase from 350 to 800.

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What are the types of reflectors and how to wear them correctly to be visible on the road

What are the types of reflectors and how to wear them correctly to be visible on the road

Only 10% of Ukrainians use reflectors on their clothes at night. But even a small and inexpensive accessory can save lives.

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More than 100 thousand Ukrainians received winter aid from UNICEF: who and how much

More than 100 thousand Ukrainians received winter aid from UNICEF: who and how much

UNICEF and the Ministry of Reintegration have paid UAH 21,800 each to more than 103,000 Ukrainians in the frontline regions. The assistance was provided to families with children living within a 30-kilometer zone of the contact line.

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Austria allocates 10 million euros to support Ukraine: where will the money go

Austria allocates 10 million euros to support Ukraine: where will the money go

Austria will provide Ukraine with EUR 2 million for the Grain from Ukraine program, EUR 5 million for the restoration of energy infrastructure, and EUR 3 million for humanitarian aid. The decision was announced following a meeting between the two countries' foreign ministers.

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UNICEF and SaveTheChildren support inclusion in Brovary: new opportunities for children with special needs

UNICEF and SaveTheChildren support inclusion in Brovary: new opportunities for children with special needs

The Brovary community has received significant financial support from international organizations for the development of inclusive education. Thanks to the grants, classrooms were modernized, special equipment was installed, and assistive technologies were introduced for children with SEN.

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Iraq wants to allow adult men to marry 9-year-old girls

Iraq wants to allow adult men to marry 9-year-old girls

Iraqi authorities may pass an amendment lowering the age of consent to marriage from 18 to 9 for girls and 15 for boys. The bill would also deny women the right to divorce, inheritance and child custody.

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Ukraine has received 270 thousand doses of tetanus and diphtheria vaccine: what you should know

Ukraine has received 270 thousand doses of tetanus and diphtheria vaccine: what you should know

UNICEF has delivered 270,000 doses of tetanus and diphtheria vaccine to Ukraine, purchased by the French government. Distribution of the vaccine among the regions has begun and will be completed in November.

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Hundreds of thousands of people in northern Gaza at risk of death - UN

Hundreds of thousands of people in northern Gaza at risk of death - UN

UNICEF describes the situation in northern Gaza as “apocalyptic”. About 100,000 people have been left without access to food and medicine due to the Israeli blockade.

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Kyiv region was one of the first to launch a school nutrition reform: Kravchenko tells about the results

Kyiv region was one of the first to launch a school nutrition reform: Kravchenko tells about the results

Kyiv region was one of the first to launch a school catering reform. Ruslan Kravchenko, Head of the RMA, spoke about the main achievements, including an increase in the number of students receiving free hot meals.

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Kiper told about the preparation of Odesa region for the heating season

Kiper told about the preparation of Odesa region for the heating season

Odesa Oblast has 100% prepared its boiler houses for the heating season. The process of switching boiler houses to alternative fuels with the support of international partners is underway.

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October 15: World Handwashing Day, International Day of Rural Women

October 15: World Handwashing Day, International Day of Rural Women

Ignaz Semmelweis, a physician, first suggested washing hands with soap in 1847. At that time, he was working at the Vienna Hospital and thought about the problem of high infant mortality and postpartum fever in women.

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October 11: International Day of the Girl Child, World Egg Day

October 11: International Day of the Girl Child, World Egg Day

October 11 is the International Day of the Girl Child, established by the United Nations in 2011. The goal is to draw attention to the problems of inequality and violence against girls, as well as to demonstrate their opportunities in the modern world.

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UNICEF: More than 370 million girls and women are victims of childhood sexual abuse

UNICEF: More than 370 million girls and women are victims of childhood sexual abuse

More than 370 million girls and women worldwide have been raped or sexually assaulted before the age of 18. Between 240 and 310 million boys have also been sexually abused as children.

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Government allocates UAH 56.9 million to build shelters for schools in three regions

Government allocates UAH 56.9 million to build shelters for schools in three regions

The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 56. 9 million for the construction of shelters in schools in Zaporizhzhia, Kherson and Kyiv regions. The funds will be used for radiation shelters and bomb shelters in four educational institutions.

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The Cabinet of Ministers has agreed on the procedure and conditions for receiving financial assistance from UNICEF for 350 schools

The Cabinet of Ministers has agreed on the procedure and conditions for receiving financial assistance from UNICEF for 350 schools

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the procedure for receiving financial assistance from UNICEF for 350 schools. Each institution will receive UAH 290.5 thousand to modernize canteens, prepare for winter and repair engineering networks.

Society •  • 35168 views
Return of orphans from abroad: family-based forms of upbringing will be a priority

Return of orphans from abroad: family-based forms of upbringing will be a priority

Ukraine plans to return about 2,000 orphans evacuated abroad at the beginning of the war. The priority will be given to family-based forms of care, and monitoring visits are being conducted to assess the needs of each child.

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More than 24 thousand families have received the Baby Box since the beginning of 2024

More than 24 thousand families have received the Baby Box since the beginning of 2024

24,360 Ukrainian families have chosen the Baby Box at birth since the beginning of 2024. Kyiv, Dnipropetrovska and Zakarpatska oblasts became the leaders. The content of the package has been updated to meet the needs of parents.

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Ukrzaliznytsia launched a train with the first children's carriage in Ukraine: what it looks like

Ukrzaliznytsia launched a train with the first children's carriage in Ukraine: what it looks like

Ukrzaliznytsia has sent a train with the first children's car on the Kharkiv-Yasinia route. The car is adapted for comfortable travel for families with children, equipped with interactive elements and special markings.

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Norway to allocate $7.4 million for UNICEF programs in Ukraine

Norway to allocate $7.4 million for UNICEF programs in Ukraine

The Norwegian government will provide $7. 4 million to support UNICEF programs in Ukraine. The funds will be used to help Ukrainian children and their families affected by Russian aggression.

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Ukrzaliznytsia launches the first “children's car”

Ukrzaliznytsia launches the first “children's car”

Ukrzaliznytsia has started selling tickets for the first children's compartment car on the Kharkiv-Yasinia train on August 8. The car, created in cooperation with UNICEF, is equipped for comfortable travel for children aged 0 to 8 and their parents.

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August 1: International Breastfeeding Day, World Lung Cancer Day, Honey Savior

August 1: International Breastfeeding Day, World Lung Cancer Day, Honey Savior

In 1990, UNICEF adopted the Declaration on the Protection, Promotion and Support of Breastfeeding to promote breastfeeding and prove its advantages over formula feeding.

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Families with children affected by the July 8 Russian attack will receive financial assistance

Families with children affected by the July 8 Russian attack will receive financial assistance

Families with children who were treated at the National Children's Hospital "Okhmatdyt" during the attack on July 8, as well as families with children of employees of the private medical facility that was attacked, will receive one-time financial assistance in the amount of UAH 10,800 per person.

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In just 22 hours: Ukrainians raised UAH 250 million for Okhmatdyt

In just 22 hours: Ukrainians raised UAH 250 million for Okhmatdyt

In 22 hours, Ukrainians raised 250 million hryvnias to rebuild the Okhmatdyt children's hospital, which was hit by a Russian missile attack.

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The Foreign Ministry organized a visit of more than 30 heads of foreign diplomatic missions to the site of the Russian attack on Okhmatdyt

The Foreign Ministry organized a visit of more than 30 heads of foreign diplomatic missions to the site of the Russian attack on Okhmatdyt

On the instructions of Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, Deputy Minister Yevhen Perebyinis and 33 heads of diplomatic missions visited the site of the Russian attack on the Okhmatdyt children's hospital to see the aftermath of the attack.

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