Philippines

The climate crisis is not just changing the planet, it is changing children. It infringes on the most fundamental rights of every child –  to health, survival and development, education, an adequate standard of living  and their  right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment . Without the opportunity to meaningfully participate and…, Youth-led climate actions in the Philippines:, The Grow School by Youth Uprising Philippines Grow School Agriculture, THE YOUTH GROUP: Youth Uprising Philippines “Changing agriculture in the Philippines one school at a time, one student at a time.”  This project began as a mock paper assignment for a 19-year-old girl in one of her classes. Witnessing the severity of hunger issues in the Philippines and recognizing the potential of her idea to make a tangible…, Youth Strike 4 Climate Philippines Young Climate Leaders Program, THE YOUTH GROUP: Youth Strike 4 Climate Philippines According to Presidential Proclamation 1160, which declares November 25 of each year as the "National Day for Youth in Climate Action," the Philippines recognizes the role of youth in combating climate change in unique and useful ways. The proclamation encourages youth to take action on climate…, Project SHRED by BALLESTERIAN Youth for Environment in Schools Organization (YES-O) Project SHRED (Sanitation and Hygiene Resiliency through Eco-Friendly Initiative for Development), THE YOUTH GROUP:  BALLESTERIAN Youth For Environment in Schools Organization (YES-O)  The global community recognizes that solid waste management is an issue requiring serious attention.  It is a significant environmental concern in developing countries like ours, the Philippines, as we aggressively pursue economic growth, production, distribution…, Central Mindanao University - National Environmental Awareness Month Celebration Action Series on National Environmental Awareness Month, THE YOUTH GROUP: Central Mindanao University College of Forestry and Environmental Science Student Council (CMU-COFESSCO) The student council is actively tackling crucial climate-related issues, understanding that environmental protection is a shared concern with global consequences. These challenges are interconnected and impact both local…, Education Information Campaign on Solid Waste Management  NEEDED Project (Nature Education on Environmental Design and Economic Development), THE YOUTH GROUP: Kasambuhan A’a Kauman Association for Sustainability, Innovation and Empowerment (KAKASIE) Improper waste disposal is causing serious environmental issues in our Barangay and throughout the province of Tawi-Tawi. Community members are indiscriminately disposing of their garbage, dumping waste materials on the coastline in…, MaBOTEng Kapalit: Food and Bottle Exchange for Climate Change MaBOTEng Kapalit: Food and Bottle Exchange for Climate Change, THE YOUTH GROUP: SinopTrisyon  Climate change poses a threat to the Philippines due to the vulnerability of its islands and the frequency of typhoons. Human activities, such as high greenhouse gas emissions and the production of approximately 0.75 million metric tons of plastic pollution annually, exacerbate the crisis. Pollution adversely affects…, Adopt-a-Watershed Program by KNHS YES-O Adopt-a-Watershed Program, THE YOUTH GROUP: Kabasalan National High School's Youth for Environment in Schools Organization (KNHS YES-O) Kabasalan is a municipality in Zamboanga Sibugay with rich natural resources extending from ridge to reef. Agriculture serves as the primary source of livelihood for its residents. To ensure a bountiful harvest, farmers rely heavily on an…, CICCADA Sustainable Fashion CICCADA Sustainable Fashion, THE YOUTH GROUP: CICCADA CICCADA is a sustainable fashion brand and movement addressing fashion waste. Fashion waste is highly connected to improper solid waste management, leading to climate issues. The fashion industry is a significant contributor to climate change, as the generation of fashion waste is linked to various climate-related problems…, Ridge-to-Reef Camp by Lalakybayin Ridge-to-Reef Camp, THE YOUTH GROUP: Lalakbayin  The Ridge-to-Reef camp in Coron, Palawan, addresses environmental degradation caused by illegal fishing practices and mass tourism, which impact the ecosystems of the Calamianes region. Despite the  increased Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), ongoing conservation efforts are necessary to combat this issue. The coastal…, #PablueOcean Iloilo #PablueOcean Iloilo Environmental Clean-up Drives, THE YOUTH GROUP: Iloilo A’TIN (SB19 fanbase in Iloilo) Every year, tons of trash and various pollutants find their way into the sea. Some are washed ashore by the waves, while others are consumed by marine animals. The impacts of litter on global warming and the economy are often overlooked, if not disregarded.  Ocean trash poses dangers to both…, Kabataan Dapat Ready Kabataan Dapat Ready Emergency Preparedness Trainings, THE YOUTH GROUP: SK Municipal Federation - Catubig, Northern Samar Catubig is one of the municipalities in Northern Samar. Our town is often devastated by typhoons, massive flooding, and other man-made crises, such as insurgency. Children and youth are vulnerable during these disasters. Many of our children and youth are affected because they lack…, Raise for Habitat A Livable Home for Catandunganon, A Biodiversity Advocacy, THE YOUTH GROUP: Raise For Habitat Catanduanes, as an isolated province part of the Bicol Region, experiences the greatest impact and challenges brought about by the disastrous effects of climate change, particularly from natural disasters. This indirectly contributes to the long-term hindrance in the socio-political resilience and advancement of…, Project MARKA by KAYA NA Project MARKA Environmental Education, THE YOUTH GROUP: Kagay-anon Youth Network Alliance (KAYA NA)  The community is facing a critical environmental challenge characterized by inadequate awareness and understanding of the pressing issues surrounding improper solid waste management and plastic pollution. This lack of awareness results in an alarming environmental degradation trend. The…

For every child, results: UNICEF Achievements in 2022, As more children around the world continue to face multiple crises – fallout from COVID-19, learning loss, violent conflicts, climate change, skyrocketing costs of living, outbreaks of diseases – children’s access to their basic rights are increasingly fragile.   UNICEF responded to the polycrisis by leveraging its 75 years of cooperation with the…, Highlights of UNICEF’s work in the Philippines in 2022, UNICEF continued to work with the Government to make the situation of children and their families visible in public policy. It also supported and contributed to the following: Typhoon Rai (local name Odette) entered the Philippines in December 2021 and caused a humanitarian crisis well into 2022 – leaving over 900,000 children in need of…, 2022 Annual Report of UNICEF Philippines Country Office, Highlights of UNICEF’s work in the Philippines in 2022 Download the Full Report

Ang pagiging magulang ay hindi madaling trabaho. Kaya’t nagpapasalamat kami sa bawat nanay, tatay, at tagapag-alaga sa pagsusumikap na maibigay ang best para sa kanilang anak. Walang perpektong magulang. It takes a village to raise a child, kaya tandaan na hindi ka nag-iisa. Nandito ang UNICEF para sumuporta. Here are some quick tips to help…, Mental Health, Pag-aalaga ng mental health ng anak at ng sarili, Children's Early Start, Pagbibigay ng wastong simula sa buhay ng iyong anak, Preparing for Emergencies, Paniniguro na alam ng anak ang dapat gawin sa oras ng sakuna

UNICEF National Ambassadors play an important role in shining a light on the rights of children in the Philippines and around the world, especially the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. National Ambassadors volunteer their time for UNICEF. They use their voice, prominence and influence to raise awareness about the issues and challenges that…

Every year, the Philippines is faced with the threats of flooding, earthquakes and landslides that often lead to loss of lives, homes, schools, livelihoods and access to essential services. UNICEF works to uphold the Filipino child’s right to be protected from the risks of disasters. Sa oras ng malaking sakuna, ang UNICEF at mga partners ay laging…, Emergency planning for families, Emergency planning for families Bawat miyembro ng pamilya, kahit ang mga bata, ay kayang maghanda sa emergencies. DRR for children, Making your own Family Go-Bag, Make your own Family Go Bag Siguruhin na laging kumpleto ang mga gamot, ready-to-eat food, toiletries, emergency cash, importanteng dokumento, damit, at iba pang emergency tools para sa buong pamilya. Family Go Bag 1 of 2 UNICEF Philippines Family Go Bag 2 of 2 UNICEF Philippines Display caption Show Original Caption Display caption Show Original…, Preparing for typhoons, Maging handa at alerto bago pa man dumating ang bagyo sa inyong lugar. Typhoon preparedness - Before Kapag nag-landfall na ang bagyo, siguruhin na laging updated ang pamilya sa mga alert at warning ng LGU o barangay. Typhoon preparedness - During Kapag humina na ang hagupit ng bagyo, siguruhin na safe pa rin ang pamilya. Typhoon preparedness -…, Preparing for earthquakes, Walang paraan para ma-predict ang paglindol, kaya kailangang siguraduhin na ang tahanan ay matatag at ligtas para sa pamilya. Earthquake preparedness - Before Ituro sa buong pamilya ang ‘Duck, Cover, and Hold’ action. Earthquake preparedness - During Pagkatapos ng lindol, stay calm at planuhin nang maigi ang ligtas na pag-evacuate ng pamilya.…, Preparing for volcanic eruptions, Kung nakatira ang pamilya malapit sa bulkan, laging maging up-to-date sa alert level ng bulkan at warnings ng LGU at inyong barangay. Alamin kung kailangan mag-evacuate ng pamilya. Volcanic eruption preparedness - Before Kapag pumutok na ang bulkan, stay indoors, stay alert and stay calm. Volcanic eruption preparedness - During Kapag tumila na ang…

Iba man ang simoy ng hangin ngayong Pasko dahil sa pandemya, hindi ibig sabihin nito ay cancelled na ang celebrations kasama ang pamilya at mga kaibigan. Mahalaga sa bawat pamilya, lalo na sa bawat bata, na panatilihing buhay ang diwa ng Pasko sa kabila ng lahat ng naranasan natin dahil sa pandemya. Ngunit mahalaga rin na protektahan natin ang…, Magpabakuna para sa COVID-19, The COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective in protecting everyone from getting severe COVID-19 infection which may lead to hospitalization or death. Register for the COVID-19 vaccine today, show up during your vaccination schedule, and complete your vaccination doses as soon as it becomes available to you. Alamin kung paano mag-register para sa…, Minimizing Risks sa mga Salo-Salo, Hindi advisable na mag-host at mag-attend ng mga salo-salo ngayong taon. Mas maigi kung kayo-kayo nalang muna na magkakasama sa bahay ang magsalo at magdiwang, at tawagan nalang muna ang mga kamag-anak at mga kaibigan gamit ang mga video calls, chat, o telepono. Pero kung hindi maiiwasan na magsalo, paghandaan ito ng maigi para sa kaligtasan ng…, Basic Do’s and Don’ts, Ang pag-iingat ng bawat isa ay makakatulong sa pagpigil sa COVID-19 sa bansa. Kumilos ng parang ikaw ang may sakit. Palaging hugasan ang kamay at dumistansya sa iba para hindi ka makahawa. Habang tumataas pa rin ang bilang ng mga positibong kaso, dapat mas maingat tayo ngayong Pasko. Tuloy Ang Pasko - Handwashing Ugaliing maghugas ng kamay Ang mga…, Self-check & Self-awareness, Ngayong panahon ng pandemya, huwag lamang isipin ang sarili. Isipin din natin ang kapakanan ng nakararami. Alam mo ba ang lahat ng mga COVID-19 symptoms? Nakakaramdam ka ba ng kahit isa sa mga ito? Maipapaliban mo ba ang mga plano mong makipagkita ngayong Pasko para hindi mapahamak ang iyong mga pamilya, kaibigan at ibang tao na maaari mong…, Alagaan ang Mental Health, Ngayong taon, bawat isa sa atin, bata man o matanda, ay nakararanas ng biglaang pagbabago sa buhay na maaaring nakakaapekto sa ating mental health. Mas nakakapanibago ito ngayong Pasko, dahil may mga tradisyon at mga bagay na dapat ipagliban muna para panatilihing ligtas mula sa pandemya ang bawat isa. Ngayong Pasko, mas kinakailangan nating lahat…, Have a safe Christmas!, from UNICEF Philippines

UNICEF works to promote and protect the rights of every Filipino child, with a particular focus on those who are most vulnerable and disadvantaged.  We work with the Philippine government to improve national policies, programmes and services for children and adolescents. Together with partners, we address common barriers to the realization of…

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United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)  Philippines Country Office, 14th Floor, North Tower, Rockwell Business Center Sheridan Sheridan Street corner United Street Highway Hills, Mandaluyong City 1550 Philippines Trunkline: +63 2 8249 5400  , For fundraising and donation inquiries, please contact:, Donor hotlines:  (02) 8462-6246 Email: donorcare@unicef.ph List of Authorized UNICEF Fundraisers and Telemarketing Numbers, Protect yourself from scams and frauds:, UNICEF Philippines does not provide cash giveaways or raffle prizes UNICEF does not ask for any fees or cash in exchange for assistance or job application processing donate.unicef.ph is the only official donation website of UNICEF Philippines 

Vacancies, UNICEF employs full-time staff and consultants based in offices in Manila and Cotabato City, and in project areas across the Philippines. To apply for a vacancy, click the link below and submit your application through the UNICEF website. We don’t accept walk-in or mailed applications. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.         Fund…, Beware of fraudulent job offers, UNICEF only accepts job applications sent online via our e-recruitment website . UNICEF does not charge fees or ask for money at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training or any other fees). Learn more ., Volunteering, UNICEF accepts volunteers through the UN Volunteers programme, which offers short- and long-term volunteering opportunities in United Nations agencies. UN Volunteer posts are full-time assignments, with a monthly allowance, insurance and leave benefits. Please check the UN Volunteers website  for more information and to view UN Volunteer vacancies…, Internships, To be considered for an internship, applicants must be at least 18 years old and currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree programme, or have graduated within the last two years. Click here for more information about internships in UNICEF., Diversity and inclusion, UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

UNICEF believes, All children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfill their potential – to the benefit of a better world. UNICEF was established in the aftermath of World War II to provide emergency relief to children affected by the war, no matter what country they were from. Today, UNICEF continues to work in the world’s toughest places to reach the most…, UNICEF in the Philippines, UNICEF began providing assistance to the Philippines in November 1948. Since then, UNICEF has been helping the Philippine government to strengthen national policies, programmes and services to ensure that all Filipino children enjoy their rights.  Black-and-white archival photo of nurses testing a boy for tuberculosis UNICEF/UNI42503 One of three…, Our donors, UNICEF relies on voluntary contributions from governments, UNICEF National Committees, foundations, companies and individuals to fund and sustain our programmes in the Philippines. Our major funding and strategic partners include:   Government of Australia  AXA French Committee for UNICEF ADB  German Committee for UNICEF  ING  Government of Japan…, Learn more about our work

For more than 70 years, UNICEF has been a leader in promoting and protecting the rights of every child. Join us in helping children, especially the most disadvantaged and vulnerable, survive, thrive and fulfill their potential.  Three children carrying school bags gather under an umbrella, smiling, Make a donation to UNICEF, UNICEF relies on voluntary donations to sustain our long-term programmes and emergency relief efforts. A boy piggybacks on another boy, Corporate partnerships, By partnering with UNICEF, your company can support programmes and advocacy for children. A UNICEF staff member, wearing a blue UNICEF t-shirt with the URL for the UNICEF Philippines website, holds hands with children participating in a recreational activity inside a UNICEF tent., Career opportunities, We're looking for individuals who share our passion to promote and protect children's rights. Two girls wearing hijabs smile in front of the camera, Tenders for suppliers , UNICEF works with suppliers and service providers that can support our programmes and operations.