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We all have a role to play in promoting safe and sustainable transport for every child, everywhere. Together, we can advocate that governments: 👉 Implement speed limits of 30km/h where children walk to and from schools 👉 Create safe sidewalks and walking paths 👉 Promote safe vehicle standards to protect pedestrians and passengers, and more! For every child, safe roads! Learn more from the UNICEF Global Status Report on Child and Adolescent Road Safety: https://www.unicef.org/reports/protecting-young-lives

What are some ways you and your family can stay safe from road traffic crashes and injuries while out and about? 👉 Stop, look and listen before crossing the road 👉 Be alert and watch out for hazards 👉 Find a safe place to cross Read more tips from UNICEF here: https://www.unicef.org/parenting/safety/road-safety-tips

Did you know that every day, almost 500 children lose their lives due to road traffic crashes – which is a child lost every three minutes. We UNICEF believe that every child should survive and thrive in a healthy and safe environment, and reduction of child road traffic injuries, deaths and environmental impacts are critical to achieve this aim. The new Global Status Report on Child and Adolescent Road Safety addresses critical road safety issues for children and adolescents. Read it here: https://www.unicef.org/reports/protecting-young-lives

🧒🏽 Children’s unique metabolism, physiology, and developmental needs, make them the most vulnerable to climate change and environmental degradation. Early exposures can have lifelong impacts. 📖 The Fragile Beginnings series dives into the latest research on how children—starting in utero, at birth, during infancy and childhood and through adolescence—are uniquely affected by environmental hazards. Let’s protect the most vulnerable. Learn more: https://ceh.unicef.org/essentials/childrens-unique-vulnerabilities

What is HPV (Human Papillomavirus)? How is it connected to cervical cancer? HPV is the leading cause of cervical cancer. Getting vaccinated against it is the best way to protect yourself. Watch the video for more facts about HPV or the Human Papillomavirus.

🌍 Did you know? Children today are exposed to unprecedented levels of plastic, with research linking plastic chemicals to various health risks. In 2020, global plastic production hit 435 million metric tons—that’s like 1,000 pairs of flip-flops per child every year! 😱 With production expected to rise by 70% by 2040 and less than 20% of plastics designed for recycling, it’s time to take action for a healthier future. 💙 Let’s reduce, reuse, and recycle to protect our children and planet. Learn more 👉 https://ceh.unicef.org/spotlight-risk/plastics

🧐 Curious about how to prevent and treat malaria? Here are some tips on ✅what works and 🚫 what doesn’t: ✅ Malaria vaccines ✅ Mosquito bed nets ✅ Early malaria diagnosis and treatment 🚫 Misinformation Help us 🙅combat misinformation by 🙌 raising awareness in your community! Learn more here 👉 https://www.unicef.org/stories/5-actions-malaria-free-world

Children are uniquely vulnerable to extreme heat ☀️🌡️, air pollution, and other environmental hazards that can start impacting their health in the womb🤰with effects that can last a lifetime. Learn more💡 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9uFJLrjoJQo&list=PLzfcpxK7Y8rTSSxkx33jiKrndROalPVdz&index=12

What types of support can family members and caregivers provide to children? 👇 Offer active listening, create safe spaces for expression, and provide access to mental health resources. Children need extra attention and care after a difficult situation. Keep them safe, listen, and reassure them.

Did you know there is a vaccine to protect children against malaria? 💉 UNICEF and its partners currently support 22 countries in preparing and rolling out these life-saving vaccines! View our market vaccine dashboard here 👉 https://www.unicef.org/supply/vaccines-market-dashboard Raise awareness on how you and your community can act to end malaria with these 5 tips 👉 https://www.unicef.org/stories/5-actions-malaria-free-world