It is estimated that more than 100 million children are affected in the garment and footwear supply chain globally – as workers, children of working parents and community members near farms and factories. The examples in this compendium highlight business and industry approaches to integrate children’s rights into responsible sourcing efforts.…

Children have always been the first victims of war. Worldwide, armed conflict and other violence have upended the lives of hundreds of millions of children, leaving them displaced, undernourished, out of school and at severe risk of exploitation and abuse. Nearly 1 in 5 children today live in settings affected by armed conflict and war. A surge in…, Voices for peace, UNICEF UNICEF, UNICEF’s response, UNICEF is on the ground and at the policy table in places affected by conflict and fragility. We protect the rights of children and young people by supporting countries to build more resilient, inclusive, and peaceful societies. Our peacebuilding approach puts children at the centre, strengthening social cohesion within communities, building…, Prevention and the social dimensions of conflict., Grievances that can cause conflict are often rooted in experiences of social exclusion and inequitable access to basic services. In conflict-affected and fragile settings, UNICEF works to expand access to social services – like education; health; water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH); child protection and social protection – strengthening social…, Participation and the meaningful engagement of children, adolescents and young people., Children, adolescents and young people make unique contributions to peace. It is their right to participate in decisions that affect them, including in situations affected by violence and conflict. UNICEF supports the role of young people as agents of peace, helping them to develop key peacebuilding skills, foster reconciliation and strengthen…, Gender equality and young women’s empowerment in peacebuilding., Addressing gender inequalities is an integral part of building long-lasting peace. Reflecting on the rights, needs and concerns of all groups is fundamental to the sustainability of social cohesion and peace. Because women, men, boys and girls experience violence and conflict differently, gender-specific strategies are necessary to ensure that…, Peacebuilding in action, Resources, UNICEF Conflict Sensitivity & Peacebuilding Programming Guide UNICEF Guide to Conflict Analysis UNICEF Programme Framework for Fragile Contexts UNICEF and Sustaining Peace: Strengthening the Socio-Economic Foundations of Peace through Education, Young People’s Engagement and WASH UNICEF Local Governance & Peacebuilding Case Studies UNICEF…

This 2021 edition of the Child Rights Impact Self-Assessment Tool for Mobile Operators (MO-CRIA) is designed to offer an easy-to-use and comprehensive framework for use by mobile operators to more fully understand the challenges, opportunities, and child rights impacts related to their industry and operations. It provides guidance on analyzing and…

This brochure describes UNICEF’s approach to protecting children’s right to nutrition in humanitarian response. Download file (PDF, 1,95 MB)

This document provides an overview of the evidence for simplified approaches to the treatment of child wasting, including protocols and treatment outcomes. Download file (PDF, 439,37 KB)

This document presents a review of evidence on Family-MUAC – a practice where caregivers are trained to screen children for malnutrition using mid-upper arm circumference measurements. Download file (PDF, 12,19 MB)

This document describes simplified approaches for improving care for children with wasting, including adaptations to national and global protocols that can aim to remove barriers to treatment, improve coverage and reduce the costs of care. Download file (PDF, 91,97 KB)

This document presents a framework for action to accelerate progress in preventing and managing child wasting and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Download file (PDF, 489,75 KB)

This joint statement by UNICEF and other United Nations agencies makes the case for treating more children with severe wasting and other forms of severe acute malnutrition within their communities with ready-to-use therapeutic foods. Download file (PDF, 277,44 KB)

This report presents global, regional and national data on low birthweight and recommendations for tackling this global problem, including improving maternal nutrition before and during pregnancy. Download file (PDF, 2,27 MB)