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Stories from UNICEF

How Communities Across the Pacific Are Building a Better Future

For children growing up on some of the Pacific's most remote islands, getting a quality education can depend on whether a school has clean water, trained teachers and safe learning spaces. Today, thousands more children have those opportunities thanks to strong and long-standing partnerships between UNICEF, national governments and local communities.

FIANZ Support for War-Injured Children

FIANZ contributed NZ$274,000 to help children across Palestine and the wider Middle East and North Africa region receive specialised prosthetics and rehabilitation services. This vital contribution is helping children get the care, customised prosthetic devices and ongoing support they need.

A group of kids in New Zealand Aotearoa learning about their rights!

Election 2026: Make your vote count for children

As Aotearoa heads to the polls this November, tamariki need leaders who prioritise their rights. Explore our Election 2026 toolkit to learn about online safety, basic needs, ending violence, and climate resilience—and discover how your vote can help every child thrive.

14 year old Mariam is back to learning in Sudan thanks to UNICEF

Mariam’s journey back to the classroom

Separated from her mother by conflict, 14-year-old Mariam has returned to learning and is holding on to her dream of becoming a doctor.

Children attend a UNICEF supported summer camp in East Jerusalem

“Happy and excited”: UNICEF’s summer activities bring normalcy to East Jerusalem’s children

As the situation in East Jerusalem becomes more challenging, children need safe outlets for play and community.

Workmates rocking their best Pacific 'fits

Pacific ‘Fits Day

On Thursday October 15th, workplaces across Aotearoa are wearing their brightest Pacific threads, celebrating Pasifika culture, and raising money to bring clean water to communities in the Pacific Islands.

13 year old Sonika holding her 3 year old brother after devastating floods hit Nepal

"I Didn't Know Where My Parents Were": Sonika's Escape from Nepal's Devastating Flood

After catastrophic flooding swept away homes and communities across Nepal, 13-year-old Sonika carried her three-year-old brother to safety. As families struggle to recover, UNICEF is delivering life-saving support to children affected by the disaster.

The Wiggles spread joy in Timor-Leste

Tsehay, Lachy, Anthony, and Caterina visited Timor-Leste to connect with local families and experience firsthand how UNICEF's work helps children learn, grow, and thrive.

53-year-old Salimo Iaquide is a farmer and father of nine. He has brought his youngest child, eight-month-old Nilza Salimo, for her monthly check-up.

When parents are supported, children thrive!

UNICEF programmes give parents tools to support their kids so they can grow into the best version of themselves. Meet three parents who are learning new ways to help their children grow, learn and thrive.

Lucy Blakiston helping break the silence on Sudan

Lucy Blakiston from S*** You Should Care About (SYSCA) helps to fundraise for UNICEF Aotearoa to break the silence on Sudan, raising urgent funds for displaced children and families in crisis.

Wivine is with a child at the nursery for children whose parents are hospitalized at the Ebola Treatment Center in Bunia, Ituri province.

On the Front Lines of the Ebola Response

Wivine is a psychosocial worker, supported by UNICEF, and she provides support to children and families facing one of the most feared epidemics.

Birwrengi Bamanyisa, 20, is a community health worker raising awareness about the risks associated with Ebola, preventive measures and how to behave if symptoms appear.

Young Community Volunteers Leading the Fight Against Ebola

Under the supervision of local health facilities, young volunteers are raising awareness among the population about the risks associated with Ebola, preventive measures and how to behave if symptoms appear.