Out of school

There will be no back to school for 27 million children in Asia-Pacific this year.

No new pencils or work books. No hands up to answer a question. No lessons from kind teachers.

Donate to UNICEF's education appeal and transform children's lives.

Because they can't afford the books and uniforms, because they are forced to work to help feed their family, because there is no school in their village, these children are being denied the chance to learn.

A way out of poverty

A child at school is a child with a bright and hopeful future, able to achieve their dreams and potential.

Just one year at school can increase a child’s earnings by 10%, helping to lift them out of poverty.* It empowers children with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to shape a better future for themselves, their families and their communities.

So please don't wait - donate now, using the form on the right.

How your help will get children in school

We'll put your donation to the best use across 11 of the poorest countries in Asia-Pacific like Nepal and Laos - to give books, to train teachers, to build classrooms.

• $32 - 50 exercise books
• $65 - 2,500 pencils
• $306 - School-in-a-Box for 80 kids.

UNICEF is the world's leading humanitarian organisation for children. Our schools programmes in Africa have helped 5.5 million children access better education. So you can trust us to put your donation to the most effective use.

Please donate today to help children pave their way out of poverty and achieve their dreams.

*UNESCO Education For All, 2011