Sarah Ferguson

Jan 15, 2025 | unicefusa.org | Sarah Ferguson |Tong Su

As news of a ceasefire agreement brings hope of safety to families in the Gaza Strip and relief to hostages and their families in Israel, Gaza's markets and health systems have collapsed after 15 months of aerial bombardment, leaving Palestinian parents unable to feed their children. Nearly the entire population — 2.1 million people — are facing high levels of food insecurity.

Dec 4, 2024 | unicefusa.org | Sarah Ferguson |Tong Su

Displaced and without access to essential goods and services, Gaza's children face a deepening catastropheAfter well over a year of conflict in the Gaza Strip, more than a million children remain caught in a devastating situation. Attacks on infrastructure and a lack of access to safe water, hygiene and sanitation have left kids vulnerable to the spread of disease. Everyday supplies parents need to keep their children healthy are either unavailable or too expensive for families to afford.

Oct 23, 2024 | unicefusa.org | Sarah Ferguson |Tong Su

The strongest storm to hit Vietnam in decades, Typhoon Yagi made landfall on Sept. 7, 2024, devastating communities across 26 provinces, impacting the lives of millions of children and families. Severe storm damage, flash floods and landslides, along with torrential rains and wind speeds surpassing 135 miles per hour cut off access to safe water, sanitation, health care and education. I don't remember anything about the flood. I don't know where my mom is.

Oct 18, 2024 | unicefusa.org | Sarah Ferguson |Tong Su

Damage caused by air pollution starts in the womb and can last a lifetimeAir pollution is a children's rights issue. Every year, children around the world are dying or suffering long-term health consequences from breathing polluted ambient and indoor air. Babies and young children are uniquely vulnerable to the effects of polluted air. They inhale more air per pound of body weight and absorb more pollutants than adults.

Sep 17, 2024 | unicefusa.org | Sarah Ferguson |Tong Su

UNICEF is accelerating support for early recovery Super Typhoon Yagi barreled into northern Vietnam on Sept. 7, 2024, causing widespread damage to infrastructure, homes, schools and water systems across 26 provinces. Nearly 19 million people, including 5.5 million children, live in areas affected by the powerful storm.