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A statement of solidarity from the leadership of Save the Children UK

Racial discrimination is a violation of child rights. We have a duty & a responsibility to defend all children everywhere against discrimination based on race & gender.
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Everybody loves a good pandemic

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, governments are taking unprecedented measures. But the space for civil society to hold them accountable is shrinking.

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Time to take a stand to protect children in conflict

Taking action to right the wrongs in new UN report on children and armed conflict is the first step in protecting children and standing up for the UN’s values.

Yemen is in the midst of a humanitarian crisis

Government's DFID decision reduces impact of UK aid

The announcement diminishes the UK's global role, and will reduce the impact of its aid.

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Lockdown life as a single parent

A single mum describes the challenges of lockdown and explains the difference £20 extra a week on Universal Credit would make for her and her daughter

Lawrence* holds his little brother Leolida*, recovering from malnutrition, outside their home in Kenya

COVID-19 and acute malnutrition - A double emergency

COVID-19 threatens children’s rights everywhere, but the impact of the disease is felt most keenly in low-income countries.

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7 plagues devastating South Sudan's health system

As South Sudan responds to the COVID-19 pandemic, it faces 7 threats to its health system.

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In this extraordinary time, routine healthcare is essential

Alongside the global COVID-19 response, donors and governments must prioritise reproductive health services and address pressing needs of women and girls.