Elna and her children

By Andy Brown 3 May 2016

Emergencies are caused by natural disasters or conflict. UNICEF helps children during emergencies and works to better prepare for future disasters.

Children in Asia-Pacific continue to experience violations of their rights. UNICEF's child protection work seeks to keep them safe from abuse.

UNICEF is supporting governments in Asia-Pacific to develop more equitable and effective social and economic policies, to benefit all children.

Improved water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) prevents illness and disease. UNICEF works to expand WASH access for children in Asia-Pacific.