Andrea P James

Deputy Representative, Programmes, with @UNICEFAfg. Working to protect the rights of every child and woman in Afghanistan. Views & reposts are my own.

[Dr. Tajudeen Oyewale @TajudeenOyewale]

"As a mother, I always want to do what's best for my baby. The #breastfeeding guidance I receive here helps me feel confident in caring for my child."
— Mother at Guzara Hospital, Herat, Afghanistan

#WorldBreastfeedingWeek #ForEveryChild

@FCDOGovUK @EUinAfghanistan @JapaninAFG

[Dr. Tajudeen Oyewale @TajudeenOyewale]

Every mother wants the best for her child. When women have access to trusted #breastfeeding counselling & support, they are better equipped to give their babies the healthiest possible start in life.

We remains committed to healthy start #ForEveryChild

#WorldBreastfeedingWeek

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

Breastfeeding is a baby’s first vaccine, providing essential nutrition and protection against illnesses like diarrhoea and pneumonia. This #WorldBreastfeedingWeek, let’s remember to support mothers in Afghanistan to give every child the healthiest start in life. @UNICEFAfg

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

Every child has the right to a legal identity. Birth registration is not just a piece of paper. It is a gateway to protection, services, and opportunity.

Today @UNICEFAFG launched a joint initiative with 3 UN agencies to help returning Afghans access IDs & birth certificates.

[UNHCR Afghanistan @UNHCRAfg]

1.5 million documents.
Four UN agencies.
One solution.
Ahead of World Refugee Day, UNHCR, UNICEF, UNDP and FAO launched a joint 3-year initiative, appealing for support to enable returning Afghans to access IDs and birth certificates.
A document in hand. A future within reach.

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

I was pleased to be at the Indira Gandhi Children's Hospital today where @UNICEFAfg handed over specialised equipment for paediatric cardiac surgery.

This will support skilled Afghan health professionals to bring life-saving care closer to more children & families who need it.

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

If there's one story to read on #WorldHealthDay it's this one about four dynamic women health workers delivering against all odds.

[UNICEF Afghanistan @UNICEFAfg]

Basmina. Brishna. Khadija. Adela.

Four health workers kept showing up in the aftermath of the earthquake in eastern Afghanistan, delivering lifesaving health and nutrition services to displaced families.

This is their story: ➡️https://t.co/VmALIyEAez

#ForEveryChild, health.

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

My sincere gratitude to @JapaninAFG & @JapanGov. Your enduring partnership strengthens immunization systems and protects Afghan children from diseases that should no longer exist. At a time of overlapping crises, this solidarity matters deeply.
#UNICEFTHXJAPAN
@UNICEF @UNICEFROSA

[UNICEF Afghanistan @UNICEFAfg]

The Government of Japan, through JICA, renews its partnership with UNICEF on polio eradication and strengthening routine immunization across all 34 provinces of #Afghanistan with US$6.3 million contribution.

#PressRelease: https://t.co/7CyndxTJUV

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

Appreciated today’s discussion with @ROKEmb_Afg on our joint humanitarian work in #Afghanistan.

Over the years, support from @MOFAkr_eng has helped vulnerable children & communities access safe water, learning & essential services, strengthening long-term resilience. Thank you!

[UNICEF Afghanistan @UNICEFAfg]

It has been 4 years since adolescent girls in Afghanistan were barred from attending school beyond grade 6.

@unicefchief urgently calls on the de facto authorities to lift this devastating ban and allow every girl in Afghanistan to attend school: 👇

https://t.co/oZPcsHkiA6

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

It’s heartwarming to see the smiles and resilience of children who suffered incredible loss in the eastern Afghanistan earthquakes. In our new child-friendly spaces, social workers offer psychosocial support, making small steps towards healing
@UNICEFgermany

[UNICEF Afghanistan @UNICEFAfg]

A week on, UNICEF, supported by @eu_echo, is providing cash assistance to help families cope in the aftermath of the earthquakes. And with flexible funding we are trucking safe water to displaced families. More in our flash update👇
https://t.co/dCFibu6avQ

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

Nearly half a million people have been impacted by the earthquake in Afghanistan. Over half of them are children.

Watch how UNICEF is responding and donate to support children: https://t.co/himzFlRNHM

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

With water systems damaged by the earthquakes in eastern Afghanistan, safe water is one of the most urgent needs.
Thanks to flexible funding, our emergency water trucks are out delivering safe water for drinking, cooking and to help families maintain good hygiene. @UNICEFwater

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

Community-based classrooms are lifelines for girls’ education in #Afghanistan. They only work when female teachers are present. In Bamyan, I met bright young girls supported by their dedicated female teachers.

@UNICEFAfg and @WorldBank are proud to support female teachers.

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

It was a pleasure to travel to Bamyan with @IMoussardC, Head of @OCHAAfg, as she nears the end of her remarkable tenure in #Afghanistan. For over four years, she has served with compassion and courage in one of the world’s toughest humanitarian crises. Wishing you all the best.

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

In Bamyan’s Foladi valley, I met inspiring health workers who’ve achieved over 90% immunization for children under 5.
In a country where 1 in 3 children miss out on vaccines, this is extraordinary! The impact of long-term investment & dedication, with @WorldBank's support.

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

Today, @UNICEFAfg launched Afghanistan’s Integrated Child Nutrition & Development Program and master training, marking a strategic shift that recognizes nutrition & child development are inseparable.

Grateful to @EUinAfghanistan for enabling this in 50 daycare centres in Kabul.

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

Today, @UNICEFAfg launched Afghanistan’s Integrated Child Nutrition & Development Program and master training, marking a strategic shift that recognizes nutrition & child development are inseparable.

Grateful to @EUinAfghanistan for enabling this in 50 daycare centres in Kabul.

[Andrea P James @ajames_p]

Such a joy to meet these energetic young girls in the Baboos village community classroom! They all told me how much they love learning together.

@ADB_HQ supports more than 7,700 of UNICEF's community-based classes in Afghanistan for 236,000 children... including 159,000 girls!