What we do
How UNICEF works together with EU partners to realize the rights of every child
UNICEF believes every child has the inalienable right to survive, to live with dignity and in a safe environment where they can develop their full potential. The European Union shares this same belief and remains fully committed to supporting children and realising their rights across crucial areas of a child's life.
Explore the different programme areas of work below.
Nutrition
The European Union and UNICEF are long-standing partners in the fight against malnutrition and food insecurity around the world.
Education
The European Union is a crucial partner of UNICEF in their work to make sure that every child learns, particularly the most disadvantaged and those living in the midst of humanitarian crises.
Child Protection
UNICEF and the European Union remain committed to protecting children from violence in all its forms.
Health
The European Union’s ongoing and crucial support has enabled UNICEF to improve the health of millions of children worldwide.
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
UNICEF, in partnership with European Union Institutions, works in over 100 countries to deliver adequate water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) to millions of children.
Migration
UNICEF and the European Union focus on ensuring uprooted, unaccompanied, separated and vulnerable children have access to quality protection services.
Equity
Together with the European Union, UNICEF works for every child to have an equal chance to a bright future – both in Europe and worldwide. We focus on empowering girls and women and ensure their full participation in decisions that concern them. Amongst others, UNICEF supports the EU’s “Spotlight Initiative” to eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls.