Petteri Numminen

Verkkosivuston asiantuntija @unicef_finland 💙 eli #LastenPuolella. Mahdolliset mielipiteet ikiomia. Kiinnostunut median kehityksestä: mitä internetin jälkeen?

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

In Gaza, food prices have soared - up to ten times the original price.

Learn from families how this affects them and how UNICEF is responding with cash transfers.

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

“For UNICEF, persistent delays and higher operational costs, when they come in the context of a global funding crisis, are already forcing impossible choices: which children do we reach first?”

Full remarks from UNICEF Chief of Global Transport and Logistics, Jean-Cedric Meeus, nearly 100 days into the latest Middle East escalation. https://t.co/rMEOtM5WJ7

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

Every parent wants what's best for their child. Yet the journey is different for everyone.

UNICEF is here to support you through it all. From your baby's first days to your teenager's toughest questions, we will be sharing expert-backed tips and practical guidance for you.

#EarlyMomentsMatter

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

“I feel drained,” says 11-year old Hussain from Lebanon, who wants to just go home and rest.

Children’s lives and mental health are at risk as displacement and violence continue to be a threat.

UNICEF and partners are supporting thousands of children, including those injured, with psychosocial and mental health activities.

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

UNICEF is deeply concerned by confirmed Ebola outbreaks in DR Congo and Uganda, and the growing risk to children and vulnerable communities across the region.

UNICEF and partners are scaling up efforts to protect and support children and families amid the outbreak.

Learn more: https://t.co/3a7dIIh0Am

[United Nations Geneva @UNGeneva]

“If we are to continue to exist, we will require more than intelligence. We will require wisdom”

David Attenborough, UN Champion of the Earth, has turned 100 years old. His words remind us that protecting the future of our planet remains in our hands 🌏

#ActNow #OurCommonFuture

[UNICEF Afghanistan @UNICEFAfg]

Little Salma recovered from severe acute malnutrition in Nangarhar province, to her father Naser's relief.

Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF), given at home, made it possible. With support from @EUinAfghanistan, it is reaching children in Afghanistan who need it most.

[Catherine Russell @unicefchief]

This month, Governments in polio priority countries across Africa & Asia continue intensive vaccination efforts with support from UNICEF, WHO and GPEI partners.

No child should suffer from illnesses we know how to prevent.

Together, we will reach every child and #EndPolio.

[Harrison Ford @HarrisonFordLA]

May the fourth be with you

[United Nations @UN]

Attacks on journalists are attacks on freedom of expression.

More than ever, we need reliable sources of information and press freedom.

On Sunday's #WorldPressFreedomDay and every day, join @UNESCO in defending journalism and standing up for democracy. https://t.co/oWoAbfOLdz

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

The devastation in Lebanon is clearly visible.
But for children, the impact goes far beyond what we can see.

UNICEF continues to advocate and work for their safety, well-being and protection.

The ceasefire must hold.

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

Children are using theatre - and some great acting - to raise awareness of the dangers of unexploded ordnance in Tigray, Ethiopia.

Share, it’s #MineAwarenessDay.

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

UNICEF has received reports of mobilization campaigns in Iran that include children, and of children working at checkpoints.

We call on the Islamic Republic of Iran to stop any recruitment of children.

Recruitment and use of children by armed forces or groups is a grave violation of children’s rights.

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

The humanitarian crisis for children is deepening after one month of war in the Middle East.

“Urgent action is needed by all parties to conflict to protect the lives of civilians and uphold the rights of children.” - @unicefchief

Details on UNICEF’s response: https://t.co/wWnfZO0Juu

[Catherine Russell @unicefchief]

Each day brings more horror, death & destruction for children across the Middle East & beyond.

Children are killed and injured. Schools, hospitals, homes and desalination plants that provide safe water are being hit.

Children and the services they rely on must be protected.

[United Nations Geneva @UNGeneva]

Let's repeat this again:

Babies are #NotATarget.
Schools are #NotATarget.
Children are #NotATarget.
Civilians are #NotATarget.
Hospitals are #NotATarget.
Humanitarians are #NotATarget.
Healthcare workers are #NotATarget.

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

Children do not start wars, but they pay an unacceptably high price.

The military escalation across the Middle East has already had a devastating impact on children.

Over 190 children have been reported killed in the region since the weekend’s military escalations. This includes 181 children in Iran, seven in Lebanon, three in Israel, and one child in Kuwait.

Children in the region must be protected.

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

As we have earlier warned, the military escalation in the Middle East is putting the lives of millions of children in the region at risk.

Scores of children have been reported killed and injured in multiple countries.

Targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure, including schools and hospitals, is a violation of international law.

Children and the vital services they rely on must be protected.

[UNICEF Afghanistan @UNICEFAfg]

In 2025, UNICEF helped millions in #Afghanistan access safe water, sanitation & hygiene:

💧 2.1M+ with safe drinking water
🚻 1.8M+ with sanitation facilities
🧼 2.7M with vital WASH supplies
📣 2.1M+ reached with hygiene promotion
🏫 51 schools and 32 health facilities equipped

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

Fear, sadness, confusion, anger, anxiety - whatever your children are feeling now about what’s happening in the world, you can navigate it together.

Here are some tips to approach challenging conversations with them.

Read more: https://t.co/wqSQj0vz2w