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The war in Gaza has left more than 650,000 children out of school, as Israeli attacks continue to devastate the region. According to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), schools across the besieged territory have remained closed since October 2023, when airstrikes forced families to flee and seek shelter in educational facilities. Many of these …
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As Israeli bombardment continues across the Gaza Strip, the youngest and most vulnerable—infants and newborns—are paying the heaviest price. Humanitarian agencies warn that a catastrophic wave of malnutrition is sweeping through Gaza, putting thousands of babies at risk of starvation, stunted growth, and death. With Gaza’s health system in ruins and food supplies dangerously low, …
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Today, June 12, the world marks World Day Against Child Labour — a day meant to raise awareness about the exploitation of children forced to work, instead of learning, playing, and simply being children. This year’s theme, “Progress is clear, but there’s more to do: let’s speed up efforts,” couldn’t be more relevant. Across continents, …
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On June 12, the world—including Pakistan—observes World Day Against Child Labour, focusing on the urgent need to eliminate child labour. This year’s theme, “Progress is clear, but there’s more to do: let’s speed up efforts!”, calls for renewed momentum in global efforts to end this exploitative practice. Governments, civil society, trade unions, and international organizations …
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Gaza Strip: As Israeli military operations intensify, a massive humanitarian crisis is spiraling out of control in Gaza. Thousands of tons of aid remain inaccessible, and hunger is spreading fast. Aid workers warn that time is running out to prevent full-scale famine, especially among children. Aid Blocked, Supplies Rotting The United Nations has confirmed that 3,000 …
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Gaza: In a heartbreaking scene that reflects the worsening humanitarian crisis, a Palestinian mother is forced to feed her children stale, mould-infested bread to keep them alive. Hanadi, a mother living in a tent shelter in Gaza, spoke with UNICEF in an interview. “I never expected I would go back to using it,” she said …
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Aid organizations are urging an immediate scaling up of humanitarian access to Gaza after Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire-hostage deal. The agreement, expected to begin Sunday, aims to end 15 months of intense Israeli bombardment that has devastated the Palestinian enclave. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), Gaza’s primary aid group, …
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A staggering 473 million children, or more than one in six, now live in conflict zones worldwide, according to UNICEF. This year, the number of children affected by violence and war has reached unprecedented levels. With ongoing conflicts in Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine, and beyond, the lives of these children are marked by trauma, displacement, and …
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New York: UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell voiced deep concerns over a deadly weekend of attacks in North Gaza. In a statement, she revealed that over 50 children were killed in just 48 hours in the Jabalia area. Strikes destroyed two residential buildings, which had sheltered hundreds. UNICEF Staff Vehicle Attacked Russell reported that a …
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A National Nutrition Survey reveals a severe malnutrition crisis among Pakistani women. Over 41% of women suffer from anaemia, while 22.4% are deficient in Vitamin A. These alarming figures highlight the urgent need for action to address malnutrition and undernutrition, especially among women. The survey also shows significant health disparities. It finds that 4.4% of …
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The war in Gaza has claimed countless lives, but few stories are as heart-wrenching as that of 9-year-old Khaled Joudeh and his younger brother, Tamer. The brothers’ tragic journey began on October 22, when an Israeli airstrike destroyed their home, killing their parents, older brother, baby sister, and dozens of other relatives. In an instant, …
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Karachi: Pakistan’s 30 Iconic monuments will Go Blue in Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, Ziarat and Peshawar to celebrate World Children’s Day and UNICEF’s 75th anniversary. This initiative is led by the Federal Ministry of Human Rights, UNICEF and partners, to mark Pakistan’s collective commitment to child rights. Pakistan has set a world record in the …
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Rukhsar Inam Under child marriage restraint act 1929 (No XIX) child marriage is legally prohibited extent in Pakistan. The minimum age for marriage of a man should be 18 years while 16 years for a female (Section 2). According to a Unicef report in 2013 21% of the girls were married before the age of …
Karachi: Today, as part of the ‘Age Limitless’ collaboration in Pakistan, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) have signed a partnership agreement to undertake a research and development project in support of youth education, skills development and job placement. In order to develop the capabilities and employability of the most marginalized and culturally, socially deprived teens and youth, the agreement will support study, build, and pre-test an accelerated and cost-effective ‘Non-Formal School to Work Placement’ model. It serves young …
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