In Ukraine, there are 559 foster families providing temporary care for 1065 children, which exceeds the initial plan. The need for such families remains high, with approximately 7,000 children annually requiring alternative care.
Great Britain plans to evacuate up to 300 wounded and seriously ill children from the Gaza Strip for treatment on its territory. With each child, a guardian will be able to leave, and the evacuation of siblings is also being considered.
Ukraine has received 70,000 doses of the combined PENTA-Hib vaccine for free vaccination of children against five dangerous diseases. Vaccination is carried out according to the national Calendar of preventive vaccinations within the framework of cooperation between the Ministry of Health and Gavi and UNICEF.
Over 14 million children remained unvaccinated in 2024, according to a UN report. This led to an increase in measles and whooping cough incidence in Europe and a measles outbreak in the US.
June 19 marks World Football Day for Children. In Ukraine, this sport faces the challenges of war but continues to develop thanks to support and new initiatives.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs organized a visit of foreign diplomats to the site of the Russian strike on a building in Kyiv. Representatives of more than 60 missions saw the consequences of Russian terror in Ukraine.
Former England captain David Beckham will be knighted on the occasion of King Charles III's birthday for his football achievements and charity work. His wife Victoria will become Lady Beckham.
The UN demands a 20% staff reduction to overcome the financial deficit. Layoffs will occur in many departments, including humanitarian and refugee support offices.
The war has led to a significant displacement of children, as well as an increase in the number of orphans. Petro Dobromilskyi, Head of the State Child Affairs Service of Ukraine, told UNN about what is being done to support children in the country.
Due to USAID funding cuts, child mortality has increased in the poorest countries. Almost a million children are not receiving treatment for malnutrition, which will lead to deaths.
Since the beginning of the war, 733 sports facilities have been damaged. 463 athletes have not returned to Ukraine, there is a significant shortage of young coaches, and children are leaving the country.
May 5 is International Midwives Day and Europe Day. Also, today is World Hand Hygiene Day and St. Irene is honored.
Vaccines are distributed by the Public Health Center. Also, UNICEF handed over 111,000 doses of DTP vaccine and 170,000 doses of BCG vaccine.
UNICEF has provided Ukraine with 111,100 doses of DTP vaccine for children aged 6 years against diphtheria and tetanus. The vaccines are stored in the national warehouse and will be distributed to the regions.
A batch of BCG vaccine for newborns in the amount of 170,000 doses has arrived in Ukraine, which is part of the international support for the immunization program. BCG vaccination protects children from severe forms of tuberculosis.
In 2024, the number of measles cases in Europe has doubled, reaching its highest level since 1997. WHO and UNICEF are calling for a restoration of vaccination, the level of which fell after the pandemic.
The Ministry of Health received 100,000 doses of the combined PENTA-Hib vaccine to protect children from five diseases. The vaccine is free and has already been distributed among the regions for scheduled vaccinations.
The Trump administration is cutting off funding for 5,800 USAID projects, including vaccination and treatment programs. The withdrawal of support will affect millions of people in developing countries and threatens to increase mortality.
Jeff Bezos has announced the launch of a Blue Origin rocket with an all-female crew of six, including Katy Perry and his fiancée. This will be the first such flight since Valentina Tereshkova in 1963.
On February 27, Ukrzaliznytsia's first international children's car on the Kyiv-Chisinau route will start running. The car is equipped with 13 special facilities for children aged 0 to 8, including playpens, billboards and audio stories.
21% of Ukrainian children have lost a close relative or friend since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. A UNICEF study showed a significant deterioration in the psychological state of adolescents due to the war.
The Ministry of Social Policy is developing a comprehensive system of assistance to victims of sexual violence during the armed conflict. In 2024, 365 people applied for assistance, of whom 60% were women.
The government is working to implement the Strategy for Ensuring Children's Rights until 2028. The plan envisages increasing family-based care and improving services for children with disabilities.
U. S. President Joe Biden has awarded the country's highest civilian honor to 19 prominent individuals. Among the honorees are footballer Messi, politician Hillary Clinton, Vogue editor Anna Wintour, and other prominent figures.
In total, five major support programs worth over UAH 10 billion were implemented.
The German Federal Government will provide EUR 60 million for the reconstruction of Syria through non-governmental and international organizations. The funds will be used for education, children's aid and support for internally displaced persons.
In the tent city of Al-Mawassi in southern Gaza, three Palestinian babies died of cold. The children died due to the lack of warm shelter and the necessary conditions for life in the conflict zone.
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.
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.
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.
