When children’s lives are at risk, who will be there to help protect and save them?

Will you say, I AM?

The world is getting more dangerous for too many children – children caught in wars, children forced from their homes, and children who are hungry, hurt or neglected. We must not leave them to suffer alone.

Who will help restock hospitals with life-saving medicines? Who will rush emergency food to save malnourished babies?

Say “I Am” for every child, because now more than ever they need our support.

 

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Jana sits amid the rubble in Gaza, staring at what remains of the place she called home. 

Now is the time!

Right now, too many children around the world are facing some of the toughest challenges of their lives.  

  • Famine is confirmed in many areas of Sudan – children are facing extreme hunger.
  • War in Gaza and Ukraine have destroyed livelihoods, homes,  hospitals and the lives of children.
  • Millions of children do not have access to clean water – putting their lives at risk from preventable diseases like cholera and typhoid.   

These are not future problems. This is happening now. 

The moment to act to save and protect children’s lives is NOW. 

With your support, UNICEF will continue to deliver lifesaving supplies and services and care for these children. Every child matters. Every action makes a difference. 

 

Amna eats ready-to-use-therapeutic food at the health facility where she was referred for treatment in Sudan. 

Help send urgent aid to children living through crises.

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Three Children, Three Crises, One Solution: You

7-months-old Genan – Fighting Malnutrition 

As the war in Sudan continues, thousands of children are suffering from malnutrition.

With your support, UNICEF can reach children with life-saving supplies. Children like Genan, who was close to death from malnutrition until she received treatment, funded by UNICEF supporters like you. 

Are you going to join us and help save the lives of children like Genan? 

Qusay, 10 – A Childhood Lost to War

“I am heartbroken because I found nothing.”

Qusay fled his home in northern Gaza, hoping to return one day and ride his bicycle again. But after the ceasefire, there was nothing left.  

UNICEF is on the ground, providing lifesaving aid, cash assistance, and rebuilding essential infrastructure. But the need remains immense. 

When children like Qusay lose everything, will you join us to help rebuild their lives?

Bill, 8 – Drinking Unsafe Water 

“We came here to drink the water, but we stopped because it doesn’t taste good.” 

In drought-hit Ethiopia, children like Bill are forced to drink unsafe water, risking deadly diseases like cholera. 

UNICEF is building sustainable deep boreholes for vulnerable communities to ensure safe water and protecting children from waterborne diseases.  

But more children need this life-saving solution. When children like Bill need access to safe water, are you going to help them?

Your donation is a refusal to be a bystander while children suffer 

It’s a decision to act on your values, to choose unity over division, to be part of the solution, and to bring hope where there is none. 

We cannot accept a world where children are left to suffer. But we can build a world where they are protected, nourished, and given the chance to thrive. 

Donate now. Do what you believe in. Stand with children today. 

 

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Guyo, from Ethiopia, has been diagnosed with severe malnutrition, malaria and pneumonia. UNICEF has delivered supplies such as ready-to-use-therapeutic food, therapeutic milk, and medicines to help thousands of babies like her. 

The miracle of a monthly gift

Every donation makes a huge difference to children’s lives. We are so grateful to all of our supporters. But monthly donors can help create lasting change.

Regular donations allow us to plan for emergencies and be there before, during and after an emergency strikes.

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You can also make a donation by phoning us on 01 878 3000. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 09:00 – 17:30.

Or you can send your donation by post to

Freepost; UNICEF Ireland, 33 Lower Ormond Quay, Dublin D01 R283.

In the unlikely event that the funds raised exceed UNICEF’s funding requirements for this appeal, your donation will be directed to where the need is greatest.

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