Innovative humanitarian solutions

Humanitarian action is at the core of UNICEF's work. Our staff is on the ground before, during, and after emergencies, working to reach children and families with life-saving support. UNICEF's humanitarians deliver child-centered response in the world's toughest humanitarian crises. Humanitarians around the world work tirelessly to save lives and…, Yemen, "I believe in the power of change and doing my best, because every action we do can make a difference in a child's life. Being with UNICEF, is a way of life not a job. We live by our core values and do our best to advocate for a better life for every child." Jinan Ramadan - Emergency Specialist, UNICEF Yemen Jinan Ramadan, Emergency Specialist…, Niger, "I enjoy the moments I spend with young people. I try to understand their aspirations and to contribute to achieving them because I like to remember that I was like them not so long ago. And when I walk into a classroom and see the smile of a little girl or boy, my day is fulfilled." Patricia Safi Lombo - Chief, Education, UNICEF Niger UNICEF/…, Mexico, "The best part of my day? Being on the southern border of Mexico supporting local governments so that their actions benefit and protect children; seeing girls and boys happy, knowing that the work I do, I do it for them - definitely PRICELESS" Diego Morales Govea - Emergency Officer, UNICEF Mexico A young man gives high five to a child in fron of…, Haiti, "When I see the joy on the faces of the kids in the newly constructed classrooms, it signifies how much UNICEF cares - and this makes me keep climbing those mountains" Vesselle Yarkpazuo - Construction Manager, UNICEF Haiti A man standing among children wearing backpacks in front of a school Vesselle Yarkpazuo, Uganda, “I am proud to be part of a team that ensures the inclusion of children with disabilities in the education system and that they have access to learning that enables them to achieve their full potential.” Esther Akwii - Education Officer, UNICEF Uganda UNICEF/UN0849154/Hugh Rutherford, Burkina Faso, "I have been in the humanitarian field for 7 years helping children access care. We face many challenges in terms of humanitarian access but we are always thinking about strategies to reach vulnerable communities." Madeleine Zabre - Programme Specialist, UNICEF Burkina Faso Woman wearing UNICEF branded cap and smiling engages with children and…, South Sudan, "The crisis in South Sudan has protracted into a deepening children’s crisis. I work to make sure that our efforts provide the crisis-affected children with safe, protective spaces." Yosef Elgadal - Reports Officer, UNICEF South Sudan Man wearing cyan blue cap that reads UNICEF surrounded by young boys looking at the camera and smiling Yosef…