Sheema SenGupta

Director of Child Protection & Migration @UNICEF, Committed to enhancing access to rights #ForEveryChild

[Sheema SenGupta @ShSenGupta]

Ending violence against children must remain our ambition. But our approach must evolve.
In my new Op-Ed, I reflect on why we need more realistic, measurable goals, stronger protection systems, and sustained investment to accelerate progress.

https://t.co/bQlTLGuv0L

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

More than 2.6 million girls in Afghanistan have been denied a secondary education in the five years since the de facto authorities took power.

UNICEF calls on the de facto authorities to lift the restrictions on education and allow all girls and women to return to schools and universities immediately.

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

The Committee on the Rights of the Child and UNICEF express their deep concern regarding the plight of migrant children in South Africa and the challenges they face while moving across the African continent.

Children must remain visible and prioritized throughout the migration response. Children on the move are children first and foremost.

Details below.

https://t.co/EEFrNxBTBH

[Catherine Russell @unicefchief]

Thank you, @bbcnadatawfik, for the conversation about how the right choices and investments can save and improve the lives of children during a time of unprecedented conflicts, displacement and humanitarian needs.

War is the worst thing for children. https://t.co/at2D95ZQmG

[Catherine Russell @unicefchief]

A welcomed step for child online safety.

The G7 Heads of State call to fix the system, for accountability for platforms, and a firm line against AI-generated child sexual abuse material.

UNICEF looks forward to supporting governments to turn this into action.
#G7

[UNICEF Child Protection @unicefprotects]

#ChildLabour is both a cause and a consequence of vulnerability. To end it, we must invest in social protection, education, and child protection systems.

Every child deserves the chance to learn, play and thrive.

learn more: https://t.co/jkean053JQ

#EndChildLabour

[Catherine Russell @unicefchief]

UNICEF is deeply concerned about a recent decree issued by Afghanistan’s de facto authorities.

Any law that contains provisions that appear to permit child marriage or interpret a girl's silence as consent is unacceptable.

[Sheema SenGupta @ShSenGupta]

Nearly 700 stakeholders joined @UNICEFbrasil to advance action to end sexual violence against children and adolescents in Brazil.

A clear message emerged: protecting children requires collective, sustained action.

#EndViolenceAgainstChildren #ChildProtection

[Catherine Russell @unicefchief]

The 2026 International Migration Review Forum is a key opportunity to advance the rights of children on the move.

As countries review progress on the Global Compact for Migration, UNICEF calls for urgent action to protect and support children wherever they are.

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

Children move across borders for complex reasons — conflict, poverty, family reunification or other needs.

Migration systems and policies must uphold their rights.

UNICEF statement as countries convene for the International Migration Review Forum. ⬇️

https://t.co/nayZhRoN2q

[Catherine Russell @unicefchief]

Children across the Middle East are exposed to horrific violence, while the systems & services meant to keep them safe are under attack.

Urgent action is needed by all parties to conflict to protect the lives of civilians & uphold the rights of children. https://t.co/aGHLj7TGZz

[Sheema SenGupta @ShSenGupta]

Justice for girls means their rights are upheld not only in law, but in practice.

Honoured to speak at #CSW70 on strengthening access to justice to #EndFGM.

[Catherine Russell @unicefchief]

All of us at UNICEF are devastated and outraged by the killing of our colleague Karine Buisset in a reported drone attack in Goma, DRC.

My immediate thoughts are with the family, loved ones & colleagues across UNICEF.

Civilians, including aid workers, must never be targeted.

[Sheema SenGupta @ShSenGupta]

Protecting children online requires collaboration. Proud to see this partnership strengthening support for child helplines in over 30 countries so every child can be heard and supported.

[UNICEF Child Protection @unicefprotects]

We’re proud to partner with @gcfriyadh to equip child helplines in 30+ countries to strengthen responses to online violence.

Every child’s voice should be heard – and answered.

Together, we are helping protect children in the digital age.

https://t.co/F9AbJFFK9w

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

In conflicts and emergencies, girls and women are often worst affected. Violence and displacement become widespread.

Education and healthcare are disrupted.

The risk of child marriage rises. Opportunities disappear. In times of crisis, girls’ futures are often pushed aside.

Across the world, UNICEF and partners are working to protect girls’ rights, supporting their safety, education and access to services that help them build their futures.

[Sheema SenGupta @ShSenGupta]

Four years on, #Ukraine’s children are still living with the consequences of war - displacement, loss, trauma and disrupted education.

Every child deserves safety, protection and hope for the future.

The world must not forget Ukraine’s children.

[Sheema SenGupta @ShSenGupta]

Child labour is driven by poverty, exclusion and weak protection systems. It cannot be solved by one sector alone.

At the Child Labour Conference @UNICEF is calling for integrated action across child protection, education, social protection and data: https://t.co/jBicx7cy7a

[Sheema SenGupta @ShSenGupta]

This #SaferInternetDay, meet the young changemakers behind #JagaBareng! In 🇮🇩 they’re leading campaigns to protect children from online risks. Their message? A safer internet starts with all of us. 🌍🔒

👉 Read more: https://t.co/0lW2xFOO3t #OnlineSafety #ChildProtection

[Sheema SenGupta @ShSenGupta]

📢 This #SaferInternetDay, check out @UNICEF’s policy brief on protecting children from violence & exploitation online.

Keeping children safe online takes all of us—governments, businesses, civil society & more. Let's build a safer digital world!

🔗 https://t.co/DRG56hBSch

[Catherine Russell @unicefchief]

The world is making progress to #EndFGM - yet falling behind on reaching the 2030 Global Goal.

This International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, let’s recommit to scale-up efforts proven to work.

Because every girl and woman deserves a life free from FGM.