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“These attacks on children are unacceptable. Children have no role to play in wars or civil conflict, but children are the ones who are suffering the most as the conflict in Sudan grinds on,” said Sheldon Yett, UNICEF Representative to Sudan. “Children should be safe everywhere, in their homes, neighbourhoods, and on the streets.” Since Friday’s attack, UNICEF has received further reports of civilians killed and injured in attacks earlier today in Melit, North Darfur State. Since the beginning of the conflict, more than 150 schools and hospitals have been attacked. Health centres, water points and marketplaces have been damaged and destroyed. Last year saw the highest number of grave violations against children verified in Sudan in more than a decade. “As the conflict continues unabated, we fear this horrendous pattern will persist,” said Mr Yett. “Thousands of children and families are trapped in areas affected by violence, insecurity, and lack of protection. The continued violence and disregard for children’s safety and rights need to stop.” UNICEF once again calls on all parties to the conflict to abide by their obligations under international humanitarian law and ensure children are protected.

The violence in Gaza has not stopped. Children are still getting killed, injured or displaced. The average daily volume of humanitarian aid cargo has decreased since April. The families of Gaza need a ceasefire.

“We were living peacefully until the conflict broke out. When we finally managed to get out, we were beaten and robbed.” Aisha recounts the horrific escape she made with her niece from conflict-torn Sudan to neighbouring Chad.

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16-year-old Samer from Sudan carefully measures and cuts fabric and sponge, turning them into free reusable pads. This isn’t just a hobby — it’s a lifeline for the girls in his community. As a member of the UNICEF-supported hygiene club in an internally displaced persons camp, Samer makes around 20 pads every day. “Pads are a necessity for girls, but they don’t have access to them, especially during war and displacement. Parents can’t afford them,” he explains. There is stigma around this but Samer is proud of what he’s doing. “I do not feel ashamed; the needs are more important and go far beyond people’s feelings.” With support from UNICEF and partners, hygiene clubs like Samer’s are making a big difference, providing safe water, essential supplies and hope for a better future.

UNICEF is actively working to support survivors with essential life-saving supplies. But ongoing violence in Haiti is putting children’s lives, education, well-being and futures at risk. They need peace.

At least 100 children have been killed in Lebanon in 11 days, and over 690 children have been injured in the last six weeks, per reports. UNICEF and partners are providing emergency medical supplies and essential services. Join us to support.

"I used to stay home for up to seven days when I was on my period, missing classes. We didn’t have a culture of mentioning menstruation in public. It was a taboo,” says 16-year-old Workalem from Ethiopia. Menstruation is a normal and healthy part of every girl and woman’s life. Yet many adolescent girls face stigma during their periods. UNICEF-supported menstrual health facilities and gender clubs are helping to change attitudes and break misconceptions in the country. Let’s keep the conversation going. Share your experience to normalize discussions about menstrual health.

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Amid the mpox outbreak, we have been working around the clock with partners to contain the spread in impacted countries. In DR Congo, Dr. Douglas Noble, UNICEF's Global Lead for Public Health Emergencies, shares the impact of the outbreak on families, particularly for children.