UNICEF-World Bank Report on the Impact of Covid-19 on Children
At least two thirds of households with children have lost income since the Covid-19 pandemic hit two years ago, according to a new report published by UNICEF and the World Bank. Impact of Covid-19 on the welfare of households with…
UNICEF Proposes to Keep Schools Open Amid Covid Crisis
UNICEF and partners have developed a Framework for reopening schools, regardless of vaccination of school-aged children. As the Omicron variant of Covid-19 continues to spread all over the world, UNICEF urges governments to do everything in their power to keep…
Schools in Delhi to Reopen for All Classes
All schools in Delhi were closed in March 2020 because of the coronavirus (Covid-19) lockdowns. As the Delhi Government claims that the Covid-19 pandemic is receding, it has decided to reopen the schools for all classes from Monday, November 1….
New Storybook to Help Children Stay Hopeful During Covid-19
The new story drew from responses to a survey of more than 5000 children, parents, caregivers and teachers from around the world. A new book published on September 24 aims to help children stay hopeful and positive during the Covid-19…
New WHO Checklist Supports Schools Reopening Amid Covid Crisis
The checklist aims to help improve adherence to existing Covid-19-related public health and social measures designed to protect children. A new WHO checklist to support schools reopening and preparation for Covid-19 resurgences or similar public health crises, lists 38 essential…
UNICEF Needs Funds for Children Affected by COVID-19 Pandemic
UNICEF is appealing for US$1.6 billion to support its humanitarian response for children impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, up from $651.6 million requested in a similar appeal late March. According to UNICEF, this increase reflects the devastating socioeconomic consequences of the…


















