Every child grows and thrives
We believe that every child, regardless of circumstances or socio-economic background, has the right to grow and thrive.
What progress has been made?
Although there is much to be done to end preventable child and infant deaths, significant progress has been made.

Less Mortality Rate
Since 1990, the under-five mortality rate has decreased from 93 deaths per 1,000 live births, to 38 in 2019. That means 20,000 fewer children are dying each day.
Vaccines are amongst the greatest advances of modern medicine. They have slashed child mortality rates in half, saving millions of lives. Between 2000 and 2018, the lives of over 23 million children have been saved through receiving measles vaccinations.
Although this progress is encouraging, UNICEF is committed to eliminating preventable child deaths, and ensuring every child, everywhere, has a healthy childhood.
No child should die from preventable causes
Every year in developing countries, millions of children's lives are tragically cut short by preventable causes.
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