UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child. UNICEF has spent 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Defending children's rights throughout their lives requires a global presence, aiming to produce results and understand their effects.UNICEF’s mission.
The world has changed, but children’s needs have not. See how UNICEF’s commitment to children remains as strong as ever despite the complexities of our world.Explore UNICEF’s 70 years in the field, through articles and historical timelines that give context to the work we do for every child, every day.

For 70 years, across 190 countries and territories, UNICEF defends the rights of every child. Explore our work to see the programmes we create on behalf of children. Child safety through protection and inclusion:UNICEF works to improve the policies and services that protect all children. We aim to make the world a safe and inclusive place for children to grow. Helping children to survive and thrive:Child mortality has decreased globally. UNICEF works to make sure solutions reach all children, everywhere. Education is the key to opportunities:UNICEF believes that quality education is a right for all children, whether in the developing world or amidst conflict and crisis. Responding to emergencies:Wherever there is a crisis, UNICEF strives to reach children and families in the hardest hit regions with lifesaving resources.