At a @warchilduk.bsky.social #UNGA event, @unicef.org’s Juan Santander reminded us that in Gaza, a child has been killed every hour for 2 years. ChildFund Alliance joins the urgent call for action: ceasefire, access, protection. Too many lives have already been lost. #CeasefireNow #ProtectChildren

🌍 Africa’s green future must include its youngest voices. At #ACS2 in Addis Ababa, children demanded 30% youth representation; resilient schools; clean water & green jobs. Their call: act now for an inclusive, just transition. 🌱 🔗 childfundalliance.org/blog/2025/09... #ChildRights #ACS2 #COP30

🚸 Millions of children face a disrupted return to school this October, warns ChildFund Alliance member Educo. Funding for education in emergencies has fallen sharply, with only 13.5% of identified needs covered. 🔗 Read the latest reporting from @elpais.com: elpais.com/planeta-futu... #ChildRights

There’s still time to register for our #UNGA80 panel on adolescent girls’ education in crisis settings. 📅 23 Sept | 9:15–10:30 AM ET 📍 Hybrid – New York & online Join as we explore the challenges and solutions to protect girls’ right to learn. 🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

🎉 Congratulations to ChildFund Vietnam on receiving the Prime Minister’s Certificate of Merit. This honour recognises 30 years of work improving children’s lives — with almost 300 projects directly supporting 50,000 children and benefitting millions more. 🔗 childfund.org.vn/media-news/c...

School feeding programs are “one of the smartest, most cost-effective investments” for children’s health, education and prosperity — Cindy McCain, @wfp.org. They also boost jobs, agriculture and economies. 🔗 Learn more: www.wfp.org/publications... #SchoolFeeding #ChildRights

🚨 #Afghanistan update: Our emergency response following the catastrophic earthquakes is ongoing. Our ChildFund Alliance partners have delivered 10,500 hot meals to hospitals so far, and plans are underway to help provide mental health support for families. #Donate: www.childfund.org/about-us/our...

Almost 100% of schools in the oPT have been damaged: ➡ 658,000 children have lost 2 years of in-person education ➡ Learning spaces have closed due to insecurity ➡ 78,000 students have missed exams We join the global call for an urgent ceasefire. Children’s education cannot wait. #Gaza

The war in Ukraine has entered its 3rd year — and humanitarian needs are surging. WeWorld, a ChildFund Alliance member, is working with local partners and civil society to deliver critical support in education, protection, shelter & WASH. Community-driven. Gender-sensitive. Timely. #HumanitarianAid

At #UNGA80, ChildFund Alliance and partnerswill host a panel on protecting adolescent girls’ right to education in crisis settings. 📅 Sept 23 | 09:15–10:30 AM ET 📍 Hybrid – NY & online 🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #GirlsEducation #GenderEquality #UNGA80

During #emergencies, our focus is always on children & providing the things they most urgently need to survive and thrive—not just physical relief items, but also psychological and emotional support. Read more about our approach ➡️ www.childfund.org/about-us/our... #ChildrenInCrisis #HumanitarianAid

“The more fragile children’s lives become, the more fragile the world becomes.” – Catherine Russell, @unicef.org. ChildFund Alliance stands with UNICEF in our commitment to protect children’s rights and futures. 🔗 www.unicef.org/press-releas... #ChildRights #HumanitarianAction

Our ChildFund Alliance partner in Kunar reports that the situation is catastrophic for children in #Afghanistan. There is an urgent need for shelter, food & safe spaces. Our response is focusing on the most remote areas, where access is a challenge. Donate ➡️ www.childfund.org/about-us/our...

Following the earthquake in NE Afghanistan, which has left hundreds dead & thousands injured, our member WeWorld is working with local partners to assess urgent needs & deliver emergency relief. With a presence since 2002, WeWorld is committed to supporting families through this crisis.

On #InternationalLiteracyDay, ChildFund Alliance reaffirms the importance of literacy in all its forms—including digital literacy. Digital skills open doors for children, but online risks must be managed. Our members are focused on giving children the tools to thrive online, safely. #WEBSafeAndWise

Young people will gather at the Africa Climate Summit in Ethiopia to push for youth- & community-led solutions driving Africa’s green transition. 🌍 Leaders must choose to stand with children & secure a future of dignity & resilience. africaclimatesummit2.et/program/ #ClimateAction #ACS2

BREAKING 🚨 Thousands of children are in danger after a catastrophic 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan. Children cannot wait. The ChildFund Alliance has been working in Afghanistan since 2002 & is assessing children's most urgent needs. Donate now ➡️ www.childfund.org/about-us/our...

In 2024, ChildFund Alliance reached nearly 36m children and their families in 66 countries. With ODA funding shrinking, our ability to deliver aid is only possible thanks to the generosity of our Members, staff, partners and donors— all working to ensure children can access their rights and thrive.

The OECD's Global Drought Outlook warns that 40% of global land faces increasingly frequent and severe droughts. The economic toll of drought today is at least twice as high as in 2000, with rising impacts on poverty, inequality, and displacement. Full report: www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

A new report from @who.int confirms: corporal punishment harms children and brings no benefits. It causes injury, toxic stress, and long-term damage to brain development. Every child has the right to grow up safe from violence. Read more 👉 www.who.int/publications... #EndViolenceAgainstChildren

The UN Secretary-General’s report on conflict-related violence highlights a rise in conflict-related sexual violence — used as a weapon of war, torture, and repression. 92% of victims are women and girls, but the true scale is likely greater. Read more 👉 bit.ly/45FNPzg #EndViolence #ChildRights

Janet, 23, spent two years unemployed. Now she runs social media for local businesses — thanks to the Ajira Digital Skills Program, supported by @childfund.bsky.social. When youth are empowered digitally, communities thrive. childfundalliance.org/blog/2025/08... #YouthSkills #WEBSafeAndWise

Years ago, young Pacific Islanders demanded climate justice. On 23 July 2025 they made history. The UN’s top court has ruled: governments must cut emissions & protect the environment. Their courage shows change is possible. Now the world must act. Read the opinion: www.icj-cij.org/sites/defaul...

Locally led change is solidarity in action. Back in South Sudan, Andrew Kaya was a radio broadcaster. Today he lives in Palorinya Refugee Settlement after violence uprooted him – but he’s still touching lives as a ChildFund volunteer broadcasting child protection messages. ❤️ #WorldHumanitarianDay

Children in conflicts are entitled to protection under international law. Yet these rules are ignored with impunity. Humanitarian workers risk their lives to protect vulnerable children. They must be kept safe. The world cannot look away. #ActForHumanity – now. #WorldHumanitarianDay

Attacks on humanitarian workers are rising — despite laws to protect them. We call for an end to the violence against humanitarians and civilians, and better protection for the people and places that make lifesaving aid possible. #ActForHumanity – now.

Australia’s eSafety Commissioner reports that major tech companies have made only limited progress in addressing online child sexual abuse. More robust action is needed to improve online safety for children. 🔗 www.esafety.gov.au/newsroom/med... #WEBSafeAndWise #OnlineSafety #EndCSAM

🔔 We are proud to launch Project Lens, led by @protect-children.bsky.social and in collaboration with #UEF to understand and prevent emerging forms of image-based sexual violence against children. Funded by @safeonlinefund.bsky.social. Learn more 🔗 www.suojellaanlapsia.fi/en/post/proj...

Young people are essential to solving the challenges their communities face. As the SDG deadline nears, we must do more to support their ideas and leadership. #InternationalYouthDay #YouthLeadership #SDGs

Children and families in #Gaza continue to endure critical shortages of food, water, and medical supplies. @unocha.org reports that much of the aid remains stuck outside the enclave, and malnourished children are not surviving long enough to reach medical treatment. news.un.org/en/story/202...

The @fao.org's 2025 State of Food Security and Nutrition report shows we are far from eradicating hunger by 2030. Inflation is limiting access to healthy diets, especially for low-income households, women, and rural communities. 🔗 openknowledge.fao.org/items/18053f... #ZeroHunger #FoodSecurity

In rural Papua New Guinea, Village Health Assistants are bridging a critical gap in maternal healthcare—bringing antenatal support, health education, and emergency referrals to communities where formal health services are often out of reach. 🔗 childfundalliance.org/blog/2025/07... #MaternalHealth

Children in #Haiti are facing growing threats to their rights and well-being as instability deepens. Our member Un Enfant par la Main is delivering critical programs to support children and families during this emergency. childfundalliance.org/blog/2025/07... #ChildRights

One-third of human trafficking victims are children, many taken during conflict and at risk of online exploitation. On #WorldHumanTraffickingDay we call for stronger law enforcement and justice systems to stop trafficking, support survivors, and protect children. #EndHumanTrafficking

In Her Future at Risk, WeWorld argues that Ukraine’s WASH response must be gender-transformative. Restoring services isn’t enough—humanitarian response must also address the root causes of inequality. Learn more🔗 childfundalliance.org/blog/2025/07... #Ukraine #GenderJustice #WASH

Over 14 million children still lack access to life-saving vaccines, according to new @who.int and @unicef.org data. Barriers include conflict, misinformation, and limited healthcare access. 📊 Read more: www.unicef.org/press-releas... #ChildHealth #VaccinesWork

The 10th annual SDG review shows progress—but not nearly fast enough. Without bold, coordinated action, the 2030 targets will not be met. 📊 Read the full report: unstats.un.org/sdgs/report/... #SDGs #2030Agenda

A new book—Protecting the World’s Children, edited by Susan Bissell & A.K. Shiva Kumar—highlights the urgent child protection issues facing young people, from trafficking to the impacts of war, and calls for systemic, rights-based, public health solutions. Learn more🔗 bit.ly/4kBcsm9 #ChildRights

A new report from Physicians for Human Rights documents how restrictions on medical supplies in Gaza are preventing lifesaving care, based on 47 interviews with international medical teams who recently worked on the ground. 📄 Read more: phr.org/our-work/res... #Gaza #MedicalAccess

At the current pace, gender parity in leadership is 140 years away. We can’t wait. As #BeijingPlus30 is marked, join us in calling for sport to drive equality and opportunity for girls everywhere. Sign up now:🔗 www.childfundrugby.org/catalysing-s... #GenderEquality #SportForDevelopment

🏅 Sport is a powerful driver of gender equality, health & the SDGs. Join us at #UNHLPF for a panel hosted by ChildFund, UN Women & World Rugby on how partnerships can drive real social change. 🗓️ 22 July | 1:15–2:45pm EDT 📍 Singapore Mission to the UN 🔗 bit.ly/4lOa4cJ #SportForDevelopment #SDGs

Meet Ferina, Mutunga and Eduardo, three youth who have taken their future into their own hands by learning new skills. 📢🥽🐔 Read more about how we help youth earn sustainable livelihoods: www.childfund.org/our-work/liv... #WorldYouthSkillsDay #YouthSkills #YouthLivelihoods #Youth

🚨 Exciting opportunity in Brussels! ChildFund Alliance is on the lookout for an EU Partnerships and Engagement Advisor to help shape a better world for children. 🌍 Lead EU engagement, build strategic partnerships, and drive global impact. 📅 Apply by 1 August 🔗 bit.ly/4nGLtbo

AI is reshaping how we live, learn and work—but without equity, it risks widening the digital divide. On #WorldYouthSkillsDay, we join @unesco.org in calling for inclusive, ethical AI and digital skill-building to empower all young people. 🔗 unevoc.unesco.org/wysd/World+Y... #Digitalinclusion

Every day, 175,000+ children go online for the first time—facing risks like cyberbullying and exploitation. Our #WEBSafeAndWise campaign worked across 30 countries to strengthen protections and empower young people with digital skills. 📖 Read the review: childfundalliance.org/blog/2025/07...

Over 41,000 grave violations against children were verified in 2024, according to the UN Secretary-General’s latest report on Children and Armed Conflict. ChildFund Alliance joins Watchlist in urgently calling on member states to redouble efforts to protect children. 📄 watchlist.org/wp-content/u...

The latest Hunger Hotspots report from @wfp.org and the FOA issues a clear warning: acute food insecurity is projected to worsen in 13 countries, with armed conflict the main primary driver. 📄 Read the full report: www.fightfoodcrises.net/sites/defaul... #foodinsecurity #childrights #childhealth

A study from @thelancet.com highlights the extraordinary impact of USAID over the past two decades—helping prevent 30m+ child deaths. As the development landscape evolves, this moment calls for renewed innovation, collaboration, and leadership across the sector. 📖 www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

New position paper from ChildFund Alliance and Joining Forces urges the EU to invest in children—now and for the future. A smart investment for a safer, more stable world. 🔗 childfundalliance.org/blog/directo...

Violence against children can cost up to 11% of national GDP. We must explicitly integrate EVAC-specific funding into public & private finance to protect children’s rights. Read ChildFund Alliance’s #FfD4 recommendations: childfundalliance.org/blog/directo... ##EVAC ##DevelopmentFinance