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From fires to school closures, water shortages to climate anxiety, children and young people in Greece are navigating the physical and emotional toll of a warming world. Hear from four teenagers on how climate change is reshaping their lives and how @UNICEF_Greece is responding.

As well as the war, Alisa also lives with a spine tumour that impairs her ability to walk. Yet, she "goes through all the difficulties and pain with a smile," her mother says. With support from @UNICEF_UA, Alisa now dreams to help rebuild her country: unicef.link/44w1c4x

New @WHO and @UNICEF estimates on immunization show that too many children in Europe and Central Asia are missing the vaccines they need to protect them from diseases, as measles and whooping cough surge. Read more from @R_DeDominicis and @hans_kluge: unicef.link/44MgO3U

UNICEF is working to strengthen social protection systems so social workers like Aneta can focus on what matters most: keeping children safe and families together. Learn more: unicef.link/4nNykxw

With Kateryna Osadcha discussing why education must go beyond the classroom, and how UNICEF is helping children recover, build skills, and shape their future in Ukraine and beyond. #URC2025

Heartbreaking reports of six children injured – including infants with the youngest just 28 days old – in an attack in #Kharkiv. The toll of the war on children continues to increase are more young lives are devastated. This horror must end. Stop attacks. Protect every child.

Vaccines save lives, and when coverage drops, disease spreads. To prevent measles outbreaks, 95% of children need to be vaccinated in every community, every year, but half the countries in Europe and Central Asia have fallen below this target. Learn more: unicef.link/3XN2Agn

In Gjakova, Kosovo, five teenage boys are turning climate concern into climate action. Their idea? A solar-powered school. Read their story: unicef.link/3GO498D

"Vaccines were created to combat and eradicate diseases that can cost children's lives." After two decades supporting families across Romania, doctor Anca Băncescu knows what is at stake when children aren't vaccinated. Hear her message on why #VaccinesWork. #HealthIsLife

For #WorldYouthSkillsDay, we explored how women and girls can be at the heart of the green transition - and how to bridge gaps in access to green skills for girls in rural areas. Learn how girls are taking the lead in creating a fairer, sustainable future: unicef.link/3IM7pBX

Millions of children missed vaccinations in recent years, putting their lives at risk. Health professionals, like Dr Darakchyan, are working to protect every child, including by addressing misinformation so that parents can make informed choices for their child's health.

We are heading in the wrong direction. Childhood immunization rates in Europe and Central Asia are stagnating and - in some cases - declining. Together with @who_europe's @hans_kluge, we are calling for urgent, unified action to ensure every child is protected with life-saving…

New @UNICEF and @WHO data show vaccination coverage is lagging in Europe and Central Asia - fueling a resurgence of deadly diseases. Immunization champions from Children's Local Councils in Romania are trying to change this by advocating for vaccination as our strongest defense.

Today’s new @UNICEF and @WHO immunization data shows childhood vaccination rates are lagging in Europe and Central Asia. Immunization coverage has remained below pre-pandemic levels for another year, fueling further resurgence of measles. Here’s what you need to know👇.

I met with @R_DeDominicis, @UNICEF_ECA, and @MunirMammadzade, Head of @UNICEF_UA. We discussed the protection of children’s rights during wartime, the rehabilitation of affected children, and access to education and psychosocial support.

AI is just a tool - young people are the future. Hear from young people in Greece ahead of #YouthSkillsDay, and learn about the skills that make them unique.

Buildings in #Lviv and #Chernivtsi damaged in last night's attack. UNICEF is working with local authorities and partners to help respond to the needs of affected children and families.

In Ukraine, Erika finds both physical and personal strength through sport. A champion kettlebell lifter, she's passing on confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging to her foster siblings, with support from her foster parents. Read her story: unicef.link/44QoEK6

At the fourth #UkraineRecoveryConference, we're urging leaders to invest in strengthening Ukraine's critical services, such as education and healthcare, so that children like Alisa can pursue their dreams to rebuild. Read her inspiring story of resilience: unicef.link/44w1c4x

#URC2025: UNICEF welcomes joint commitment of the Government of Ukraine and partners to invest in early childhood and preschool education. @MON_UKRAINE A milestone in advancing quality, inclusive, and resilient learning and care services #ForEveryChild ➡️unicef.org/ukraine/en/pre…