In emergencies, children are vulnerable
Violent conflict, famine and natural disasters affect millions of children each year, and UNICEF continues to be there to support them when the need is greatest.
Providing emergency assistance
All around the world, children are suffering because of disasters or conflict.
Quick Response
When an emergency strikes, our staff in the area react quickly. Emergency specialists evaluate the immediate need, focusing on children and mums, and UNICEF’s life-saving supplies are on hand and ready to be sent out all over the world. And following emergency relief efforts, we're committed to helping communities rebuild, and improving conditions for children.
We work alongside local and international partners, including governments, UN agencies and civil society. These partnerships help ensure the rights of children are protected during emergencies, the time they are most under threat.
Even when an emergency is no longer front page news, UNICEF will still be there, ensuring children are not left behind.

How we respond
In an emergency, UNICEF immediately responds to help the most vulnerable children as quickly as possible.
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