Meet Youssef — thrilled to start reading and writing using a braille writer. Thanks to his determination, and support from UNICEF and his community, Youssef is now closer to his dream of becoming a teacher. Every year, we work with partners to help millions of children access education, providing them with the tools to thrive and making childhood unstoppable.
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Donate nowWe’re there for UK children throughout childhood
Life for children in the UK can be tough. Almost 4 million live in poverty, obesity and mental health problems are rising, and many experience violence, abuse and neglect. So, here in the UK, we’re putting our years of experience working for children around the world into practice.
We’re there throughout childhood, making sure that every child has the same chance to shine. We work with the hospitals where they are born, the schools where they learn and grow, and the communities that shape their lives.
Almost 1 million children in the UK are growing up in a community taking part in Child Friendly Cities & Communities
Helping to make UK schools safe, inspiring places to learn
Through our Rights Respecting Schools Award, we work with schools in the UK to create environments where children are respected, their talents are nurtured and they are able to thrive. By embedding these values in daily school life, we can give children the best chance to lead happy, healthy lives and to be responsible, active citizens.
Over 5,000 schools up and down the country are working through the Award, reaching over 1.6 million children each year.
Watch UK school children talk about being Rights Respecting