UNICEF Chief Appeals for Enhanced Protection of Children Amidst Ukrainian Crisis
December 4, 2024
Kyiv, Ukraine — On December 4, 2024, Henrietta Fore, Executive Director of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), issued an impassioned plea for increased safeguards for children in war-torn Ukraine.
In a statement released today, Fore visited a school in Kyiv that doubled as a shelter for displaced families. She painted a heart-wrenching picture of children living in constant fear, their lives shattered by ongoing violence and upheaval.
“Children in Ukraine are caught in this nightmare, and they need our protection,” Fore declared. “We must act now to safeguard their rights and well-being.”
According to UNICEF estimates, more than five million Ukrainian children have been affected by the conflict, with over 1.5 million uprooted from their homes and seeking refuge in neighboring countries. The crisis has had a devastating impact on their education, health, and mental well-being.
Fore highlighted the urgent need for immediate action to:
- Provide essential services to children and families, including shelter, food, water, and medical care.
- Establish and maintain safe spaces where children can play, learn, and receive psychosocial support.
- Prevent and respond to violence against children, including sexual violence, exploitation, and abuse.
- Foster a protective environment for children by training social workers, teachers, and community leaders in child protection practices.
“We cannot turn a blind eye to the suffering of children in Ukraine,” Fore emphasized. “Their future depends on the actions we take today. We must work together to create a safer environment for them to grow and thrive.”
UNICEF is on the ground in Ukraine, providing humanitarian assistance and advocating for the protection of children. The organization has reached over 2 million children with essential services, including education, healthcare, and psychosocial support.
Fore concluded her statement by urging the international community to step up and support UNICEF’s efforts to protect children in Ukraine. “We need your help to ensure that every child in Ukraine has a chance at a brighter future,” she said.
Ukraine: UNICEF chief urges greater protection for children ‘caught in this nightmare’
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