News Type - Any -BlogMediaNewsStatement #KidsTakeover in the government of Liechtenstein Media 21. November 2023 On the occasion of World Children's Day, the government of the Principality of Liechtenstein invited four children and young people to attend the government meeting on November 21, 2023. Day of Children’s Rights and Day of... News 20. November 2023 Today is World Children’s Day. We celebrate the United Nations’ historic adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child on November 20, 1989, creating the foundation for a child-friendly society. Gaza: 31 premature babies at risk of death transferred Media 20. November 2023 The “Twinkle Weeks” are back. For the 20th year, children in Switzerland and Liechtenstein are coming up with creative fundraising campaigns to help other children in need. The “Twinkle Weeks” return on Monday Media 17. November 2023 The “Twinkle Weeks” are back. For the 20th year, children in Switzerland and Liechtenstein are coming up with creative fundraising campaigns to help other children in need. Gaza: UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell on the ground Statement 15. November 2023 A statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell Gaza Strip: One million children threatened by collapsing healthcare system News 13. November 2023 The near total breakdown and attacks on medical and healthcare services across Gaza, in particular the northern areas, threatens the lives of every child in the Strip. 1 in 3 children exposed to severe water scarcity News 13. November 2023 The climate changed world – with dwindling water supply and inadequate water services – is also changing children, altering their mental and physical health Children account for half of dead and injured in Nepal earthquake - UNICEF News 8. November 2023 UNICEF and partners step up support to provide urgent life-saving assistance for over 200,000 people – including 80,000 children – in dire need of help 200 days of war in Sudan News 7. November 2023 UNICEF calls for redoubled commitment to Sudan, now the largest child displacement crisis in the world. Violence in Israel and the State of Palestine News 4. November 2023 Here you can find the latest developments on the humanitarian situation in the Middle East conflict. Earthquake relief supplies to treat Afghan children and their families arrive in Kabul News 24. October 2023 More than 80 tonnes of UNICEF medical supplies arrived in Kabul yesterday, including medicines, medical equipment, as well as midwifery and surgical kits, for children, pregnant women, and families following several devastating earthquakes in Herat, western Afghanistan. First deliveries of life-saving supplies for children enter Gaza News 23. October 2023 UNICEF renews appeal for sustained humanitarian access to provide desperately needed assistance as situation worsens. 11th inter-cantonal meeting of the French- and Italian-speaking regions of Switzerland News 23. October 2023 The 11th inter-cantonal meeting of the French- and Italian-speaking Swiss regions took place on October 10 in Lausanne. Organized by the International Social Service Switzerland in collaboration with UNICEF Switzerland and Liechtenstein, this event enabled professionals to examine the issue of the mental health of unaccompanied children (UACs) and consider specific options for practical action. Afghanistan: UNICEF appeal for donations over 20 million US dollars News 13. October 2023 Over the next three months, life-saving humanitarian assistance will reach over 200,000 people – including 96,000 children – living in the most devastated and vulnerable areas of Herat province Non-governmental organizations demand measures to strengthen the mental health Media 10. October 2023 Non-govermental organisations are demanding measures to improve mental health and, on World Mental Health Day in particular, want to raise the awareness of the vulnerable situation of youth and young adults in Switzerland. Children and families at risk after 6.3-magnitude earthquake hits western Afghanistan Statement 9. October 2023 Statement attributable to UNICEF, with quotes attributed to Fran Equiza, UNICEF Representative in Afghanistan. Weather-related disasters led to 43.1 million displacements of children over six years Media 6. October 2023 River floods alone projected to displace almost 96 million children over next 30 years, new analysis shows How to support your teen during stressful times Blog 3. October 2023 Whether you and your teen are getting along well or having challenges, it is important to show that you love and support them and remind yourselves how much you love each other. Samuel Wille appointed as new Director of Partnerships & Philanthropy Media 2. October 2023 UNICEF Switzerland and Liechtenstein has appointed Samuel Wille as its new Director of Partnerships & Philanthropy. Samuel Wille succeeds Asa Sjöberg Langner, who will hand over the department to him on January 1, 2024. Libya: More than 16,000 children are displaced News 29. September 2023 More than 16,000 children are displaced in eastern Libya following Africa’s deadliest storm in recorded history, UNICEF warned today. Their psychosocial wellbeing is at stake. Mediterranean route: Number of unaccompanied minors increases by 60 Percent Media 28. September 2023 Deaths and disappearances on the Central Mediterranean route tripled this summer compared to last Youth Session Liechtenstein: consensus in energy debate News 27. September 2023 Youth and young adults interested in politics attended the eighth Youth Session of the Liechtenstein Parliament (Landtag) on Saturday September 23 to work on proposals regarding “Energy and Night Out”. When to help your teen find mental health support Blog 22. September 2023 Positive relationships with parents and caregivers remain central to the mental health and well-being of adolescents. Unicef networking event: Children on the Move Blog 22. September 2023 UNICEF held the annual networking event “Kinder bewegen - Mobilität und Freizeit in der Gemeinde” (Children on the Move – Mobility and Leisure in the Community) on September 21, 2023 at the Eventfabrik in Bern. New guidelines on the participation of children and young people in the asylum procedure Media 20. September 2023 Today, UNICEF Switzerland and Liechtenstein together with the Marie Meierhofer Institute for the Child (MMI) published new guidelines on the participation and consultation of children and young people in the asylum procedure. Sudan: Tens of thousands of Sudanese children on the brink of death before the year ends Statement 19. September 2023 This is a summary of what was said by UNICEF Spokesperson James Elder – to whom quoted text may be attributed - at today's press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. Joining forces to improve young people's mental health News 18. September 2023 On Wednesday, September 13, 2023, civil society organizations met with parliamentarians at the parliament building to discuss the mental health of young people. The urgent need for action and possible solutions took center stage. Libya: Around 300,000 children affected by devastating floods News 15. September 2023 Nearly 300,000 children are estimated to have been exposed to the powerful Storm Daniel across eastern Libya and a growing number of children and families are in desperate need of humanitarian assistance, following significant damage to numerous homes, hospitals, schools, and other essential infrastructure. Administrators’ Delegation from South Korea visits some “child friendly communities” in Switzerland Media 12. September 2023 A delegation of 15 representatives of administrative authorities from four provinces in South Korea is to visit a number of “child friendly communities” in Switzerland from September 11 to 15. At least 100,000 children affected by Morocco earthquake Media 12. September 2023 Initial reports indicate that approximately 100,000 children have been impacted by the powerful earthquake that struck Morocco late on Friday night - the strongest seismic event to hit the Kingdom since 1960. First page « First Previous page ‹‹ … 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Next page ›› Last page Last »
#KidsTakeover in the government of Liechtenstein Media 21. November 2023 On the occasion of World Children's Day, the government of the Principality of Liechtenstein invited four children and young people to attend the government meeting on November 21, 2023.
Day of Children’s Rights and Day of... News 20. November 2023 Today is World Children’s Day. We celebrate the United Nations’ historic adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child on November 20, 1989, creating the foundation for a child-friendly society.
Gaza: 31 premature babies at risk of death transferred Media 20. November 2023 The “Twinkle Weeks” are back. For the 20th year, children in Switzerland and Liechtenstein are coming up with creative fundraising campaigns to help other children in need.
The “Twinkle Weeks” return on Monday Media 17. November 2023 The “Twinkle Weeks” are back. For the 20th year, children in Switzerland and Liechtenstein are coming up with creative fundraising campaigns to help other children in need.
Gaza: UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell on the ground Statement 15. November 2023 A statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell
Gaza Strip: One million children threatened by collapsing healthcare system News 13. November 2023 The near total breakdown and attacks on medical and healthcare services across Gaza, in particular the northern areas, threatens the lives of every child in the Strip.
1 in 3 children exposed to severe water scarcity News 13. November 2023 The climate changed world – with dwindling water supply and inadequate water services – is also changing children, altering their mental and physical health
Children account for half of dead and injured in Nepal earthquake - UNICEF News 8. November 2023 UNICEF and partners step up support to provide urgent life-saving assistance for over 200,000 people – including 80,000 children – in dire need of help
200 days of war in Sudan News 7. November 2023 UNICEF calls for redoubled commitment to Sudan, now the largest child displacement crisis in the world.
Violence in Israel and the State of Palestine News 4. November 2023 Here you can find the latest developments on the humanitarian situation in the Middle East conflict.
Earthquake relief supplies to treat Afghan children and their families arrive in Kabul News 24. October 2023 More than 80 tonnes of UNICEF medical supplies arrived in Kabul yesterday, including medicines, medical equipment, as well as midwifery and surgical kits, for children, pregnant women, and families following several devastating earthquakes in Herat, western Afghanistan.
First deliveries of life-saving supplies for children enter Gaza News 23. October 2023 UNICEF renews appeal for sustained humanitarian access to provide desperately needed assistance as situation worsens.
11th inter-cantonal meeting of the French- and Italian-speaking regions of Switzerland News 23. October 2023 The 11th inter-cantonal meeting of the French- and Italian-speaking Swiss regions took place on October 10 in Lausanne. Organized by the International Social Service Switzerland in collaboration with UNICEF Switzerland and Liechtenstein, this event enabled professionals to examine the issue of the mental health of unaccompanied children (UACs) and consider specific options for practical action.
Afghanistan: UNICEF appeal for donations over 20 million US dollars News 13. October 2023 Over the next three months, life-saving humanitarian assistance will reach over 200,000 people – including 96,000 children – living in the most devastated and vulnerable areas of Herat province
Non-governmental organizations demand measures to strengthen the mental health Media 10. October 2023 Non-govermental organisations are demanding measures to improve mental health and, on World Mental Health Day in particular, want to raise the awareness of the vulnerable situation of youth and young adults in Switzerland.
Children and families at risk after 6.3-magnitude earthquake hits western Afghanistan Statement 9. October 2023 Statement attributable to UNICEF, with quotes attributed to Fran Equiza, UNICEF Representative in Afghanistan.
Weather-related disasters led to 43.1 million displacements of children over six years Media 6. October 2023 River floods alone projected to displace almost 96 million children over next 30 years, new analysis shows
How to support your teen during stressful times Blog 3. October 2023 Whether you and your teen are getting along well or having challenges, it is important to show that you love and support them and remind yourselves how much you love each other.
Samuel Wille appointed as new Director of Partnerships & Philanthropy Media 2. October 2023 UNICEF Switzerland and Liechtenstein has appointed Samuel Wille as its new Director of Partnerships & Philanthropy. Samuel Wille succeeds Asa Sjöberg Langner, who will hand over the department to him on January 1, 2024.
Libya: More than 16,000 children are displaced News 29. September 2023 More than 16,000 children are displaced in eastern Libya following Africa’s deadliest storm in recorded history, UNICEF warned today. Their psychosocial wellbeing is at stake.
Mediterranean route: Number of unaccompanied minors increases by 60 Percent Media 28. September 2023 Deaths and disappearances on the Central Mediterranean route tripled this summer compared to last
Youth Session Liechtenstein: consensus in energy debate News 27. September 2023 Youth and young adults interested in politics attended the eighth Youth Session of the Liechtenstein Parliament (Landtag) on Saturday September 23 to work on proposals regarding “Energy and Night Out”.
When to help your teen find mental health support Blog 22. September 2023 Positive relationships with parents and caregivers remain central to the mental health and well-being of adolescents.
Unicef networking event: Children on the Move Blog 22. September 2023 UNICEF held the annual networking event “Kinder bewegen - Mobilität und Freizeit in der Gemeinde” (Children on the Move – Mobility and Leisure in the Community) on September 21, 2023 at the Eventfabrik in Bern.
New guidelines on the participation of children and young people in the asylum procedure Media 20. September 2023 Today, UNICEF Switzerland and Liechtenstein together with the Marie Meierhofer Institute for the Child (MMI) published new guidelines on the participation and consultation of children and young people in the asylum procedure.
Sudan: Tens of thousands of Sudanese children on the brink of death before the year ends Statement 19. September 2023 This is a summary of what was said by UNICEF Spokesperson James Elder – to whom quoted text may be attributed - at today's press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.
Joining forces to improve young people's mental health News 18. September 2023 On Wednesday, September 13, 2023, civil society organizations met with parliamentarians at the parliament building to discuss the mental health of young people. The urgent need for action and possible solutions took center stage.
Libya: Around 300,000 children affected by devastating floods News 15. September 2023 Nearly 300,000 children are estimated to have been exposed to the powerful Storm Daniel across eastern Libya and a growing number of children and families are in desperate need of humanitarian assistance, following significant damage to numerous homes, hospitals, schools, and other essential infrastructure.
Administrators’ Delegation from South Korea visits some “child friendly communities” in Switzerland Media 12. September 2023 A delegation of 15 representatives of administrative authorities from four provinces in South Korea is to visit a number of “child friendly communities” in Switzerland from September 11 to 15.
At least 100,000 children affected by Morocco earthquake Media 12. September 2023 Initial reports indicate that approximately 100,000 children have been impacted by the powerful earthquake that struck Morocco late on Friday night - the strongest seismic event to hit the Kingdom since 1960.
