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04/18/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 04/18/2024 12:47

The Chapters of Childhood

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The Chapters of Childhood

Posted by: Sevaun Palvetzian

Publication date: April 18, 2024

There are some books that you don't just read, they graft onto you. That's what happens with Ishmael Beah's personal story, "A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier." Childhood is supposed to have many chapters to it. But some children, including Ishmael, have pages torn from their childhood and rewritten into unimaginable circumstances.

Baby Eyenga receives a dose of the Malaria vaccine in Cameroon

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: April 9, 2024

Six-month-old Eyenga was one of thousands of children in the 42 districts of Cameroon who received the vaccine against malaria this year. The vaccine is part of the routine vaccination. Each child will have to receive 4 doses from the time they're six months until they reach their second birthday.

From struggle to sustainability

Posted by: Guest Author

Publication date: March 31, 2024

Read how UNICEF-supported solar-powered mini water yard transformed lives by bringing clean and safe water to Gelhanty and neighbouring villages in Sudan.

The new malaria vaccine: a breakthrough for child survival

Posted by: Sevaun Palvetzian

Publication date: March 27, 2024

Malaria remains one of Africa's deadliest diseases, killing nearly half a million children under the age of 5 each year. In her latest blog, President and CEO Sevaun Palvetzian talks about the latest breakthrough in vaccinations: we finally have a new malaria vaccine poised to save the lives of children everywhere.

Awa, the Handwashing Ambassador

Posted by: Guest Author

Publication date: March 19, 2024

Through play, she learned the importance of washing her hands regularly to prevent the spread of disease.

The Aunties

Posted by: Sevaun Palvetzian

Publication date: March 8, 2024

On the eve of the International Women's President and CEO Sevaun Palvetzian shares an incredible personal story that marked the start of her journey as a mother and writes about the importance of continuing the work we do for girls and children around the world.

Changemakers: The power of adolescent girls

Posted by: UNICEF Canada

Publication date: March 7, 2024

Adolescent girls are the face of courage, strength and resilience. They are powerful change-makers driving progress in their families, schools and communities.

Violin lessons in Sucumbíos, Ecuador

Posted by: Sevaun Palvetzian

Publication date: March 6, 2024

President and CEO of UNICEF Canada Sevaun Palvetzian shares her experience of visiting a women's shelter in the province of Sucumbíos, Ecuador, reflecting on the impact of UNICEF's work supporting children and families facing gang and sexual violence in the country.

How to be an Anti-Bullying Ally

Posted by: Guest Author

Publication date: February 27, 2024

On Pink Shirt Day, UNICEF Canada's Youth Advocate Kaydence suggests five ways one can be an ally to others - all year round.

Black Excellence: A Celebration of Legacy and an Establishment of the future.

Posted by: Guest Author

Publication date: February 26, 2024

A year ago, I wrote about Black History being my story. A story of resilience and of hope for the future. As I look back, I cannot help but smile at the fact that many have resonated with my story, from all backgrounds.

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