Ukraine: UNICEF chief urges greater protection for children ‘caught in this nightmare’
December 4, 2024
UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell has called for greater protection for children in Ukraine, saying they are “caught in this nightmare” of war.
In a statement released on Sunday, Russell said that children in Ukraine are facing “unimaginable horrors” as the war continues.
“Children have been killed, injured, and forced to flee their homes. They have witnessed violence and destruction, and they are living in constant fear,” she said.
Russell said that children in Ukraine need protection from violence, exploitation, and abuse. They also need access to essential services, such as healthcare, education, and psychosocial support.
“We must do everything we can to protect children in Ukraine and ensure that they have a future,” she said.
UNICEF is working with partners in Ukraine to provide assistance to children and families affected by the war. The organization is providing food, water, shelter, and other essential supplies. UNICEF is also working to reunite children with their families and to provide them with psychosocial support.
“We cannot give up on the children of Ukraine,” Russell said. “We must continue to work together to protect them and to give them the hope of a brighter future.”
Background
The war in Ukraine has been ongoing since 2014. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of thousands of people, including many children.
UNICEF estimates that over 7 million children in Ukraine are in need of humanitarian assistance. The organization is calling for an immediate end to the war and for greater protection for children.
Additional information
- UNICEF is a United Nations agency that works to protect the rights of children.
- The organization provides assistance to children in over 190 countries.
- UNICEF’s work in Ukraine is funded by voluntary contributions from governments, individuals, and corporations.
How to help
There are many ways to help children in Ukraine. You can donate to UNICEF, volunteer your time, or speak out against the war.
To donate to UNICEF, visit the organization’s website: www.unicef.org/ukraine
To volunteer your time, contact your local UNICEF office.
To speak out against the war, contact your elected officials and let them know that you support peace in Ukraine.
Ukraine: UNICEF chief urges greater protection for children ‘caught in this nightmare’
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