UNICEF Europe & Central Asia

At just 9 and 7 years old, Shokhrukh and Sherzod lost their parents in Afghanistan and found themselves alone in a land torn by conflict. Now safely repatriated to Uzbekistan, they are beginning to reclaim their childhood, with the care of their grandmother: https://lnkd.in/da8-_TWa

Babies are at especially high risk of respiratory infections. This #OxygenDay, learn how doctors, with UNICEF’s support, have helped protect over 1,000 newborns with lifesaving oxygen therapy and training: https://lnkd.in/g7ecQTZK

Since 2019, more than 1,600 children have been repatriated to Central Asia from conflict zones. This week in Bishkek, here's how leaders are working together to help ensure every repatriated child can reunite with family and restore their childhoods: https://lnkd.in/euvpyHr6

This week in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, UNICEF - with support from EU in Emergencies - hosted a sub-regional conference on the reintegration of children and families repatriated from conflict zones in Iraq and Syria. Delegates from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan shared experiences to strengthen regional cooperation and advance child-focused solutions that will help ensure every repatriated child can reunite with family and rebuild their life in safety.

Our Regional Director, Regina De Dominicis, visited Croatia last week to meet with government officials and partners, reaffirming UNICEF’s commitment to strengthening the services and systems that children rely on. While child wellbeing indicators have improved across Croatia, challenges remain. UNICEF remains committed to building on progress and continuing to bridge gaps in health care, education, child protection and family support services #ForEveryChild https://lnkd.in/diebMMKj

Since 2019, Kyrgyzstan has repatriated over 400 children from conflict zones. Alongside our partners, UNICEF provides support for these children to reintegrate and thive. Read more about Nurali, Zarina, Aliya, and Raikhana's story of resilience: https://lnkd.in/eC3WYfU8

In Kosovo, community-based care services are a lifeline for pregnant women and new parents, like Valmira. Read more the home visiting programme and group parenting sessions supported by UNICEF, providing the healthiest start in life #ForEveryChild: https://lnkd.in/dbzjCnsi

In Pirot, Serbia, the Day Care Centre is helping children like Andjela to develop and learn, while supporting parents every step of the way. Learn more about UNICEF Serbia's role in supporting this critical space for children with disabilities to thrive: https://lnkd.in/d7DuTfzW

Children in Ukraine are about to enter another gruelling winter at war, without reliable heat or power. UNICEF Ukraine is working to keep families safe in sub-zero temperatures, but urgent funding is still needed. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dqXPMadH

With support from her family and guidance through local "Girls Empowerment Sessions", Sara approached her exams with confidence this year. Read her story, showing how targeted support helps girls dream bigger: https://lnkd.in/d8TBuNbf