Three children and their mother find something to smile about amongst the devastation left by Hurricane Mitch, Nicaragua, 1998.

UNICEF UK is one of 37 National Committees based in industrialised countries that raise funds for UNICEF's programmes around the world and advocate for change on behalf of all the world's children.

UNICEF is the world's leading organisation working specifically for children. We work with local communities and governments in 157 countries, areas and territories, to provide emergency relief and run long-term development programmes in areas such as health, education and child protection.

Our global reach allows us to share knowledge across borders while our local presence - almost 85 per cent of UNICEF staff work in developing countries - means we can deliver assistance where it is needed most.

UNICEF upholds the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and works to hold the international community responsible for their promises to children.

All of UNICEF's programmes are entirely dependent on voluntary contributions. UNICEF UK raises funds for these programmes through donations, the sale of cards and gifts, partnerships with companies and special events.

We also work within the UK to raise awareness of issues affecting children around the world and lobby government to support children's rights.

For press and media enquiries:

UNICEF UK Media Relations team
Tel: 020 7430 0162
Email: media@unicef.org.uk

Website: www.unicef.org.uk

Our mailing address is :
Africa House
64-78 Kingsway
London
WC2B 6NB

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