Latest News & Featured Stories
As the world’s leading expert on childhood, Save the Children works in more than 100 countries, including the United States. When crisis strikes and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave.
Here, we spotlight the latest news stories from our teams around the world, the communities we serve and the children whose futures are brighter — all because of your commitment to our shared cause.
Featured News and Stories
Instead of learning in school, Gaza's children are forced to learn how to survive bombs and hunger
Across the Gaza Strip, hundreds of teachers have been killed and about 75% of schools, colleges, and universities have been completely destroyed or damaged.
Nana's Story: Life in Gaza During Times of Conflict
7-year-old Nana* and her father, a Save the Children staff member, share their story from Gaza.
Important Holidays to That Teach Children About Humanity
Throughout the year, there are several holidays that not only encourage celebration but offer an opportunity to teach children about important issues impacting our world.
All News & Stories
Child Labor Is on the Rise – Help Us Give Children a Better Future
Every child deserves a future. We are proud to work with families, communities, governments, and partners to prevent child labor and we call on everyone to join us in this effort.…
Our Favorite Children's Books
Discover diverse children's reading lists from Save the Children. Explore our favorite subjects, including Black history, gender equality and more.
Reflections from Colombia
As I reflect on the people I recently met and the communities I was privileged to visit in Colombia with four of our committed donors.
Solving the Health Equity Challenge? No One Can Do It Alone.
All children deserve a healthy start in life, yet lifesaving healthcare still isn’t reaching those most in need.
Why Children Need Protection in a Digital World
Children are entering the digital environment at a pace like we have never seen before. As a result, organizations like ours are rapidly evolving our approaches to make better use…
Through the Ages, Women Make Things Happen
Now more than ever, the world needs the collective power of women to spur transformative change. Inspired and ready – like our bold founder a century ago – 100 Strong has stepped u…
Children's Books that Celebrate Ramadan and Muslim Culture
These children's books, hand-picked by our staff, celebrate both Ramadan and Muslim culture — and make for excellent reads all year long!
Pakistan Floods Six Months On
The battle of last summer may be over, but the war from the devastating 2022 flooding is still on-going.
After Devastating Earthquakes, Syrian Children Need Our Help to Piece Their Lives Back Together
After the earthquakes that struck both Türkiye and Syria on February 6 and killed over 50,000 people, millions of people are trying to piece their lives back together once again.
5 Reasons to Read to Babies and Toddlers Every Day
Our experts explain why it's crucial that caregivers read to babies and toddlers every day. Learn why and how to develop at-home habits that support reading at home.
The Top 5 Trends Driving Humanitarian Need in 2023
Sadly, these 5 global trends that are driving the greatest humanitarian needs for children in 2023—conflict, climate, critical funding gaps—are all quite familiar.
A teacher in Afghanistan shares what the ban on female aid workers means for woman and girls
Without our female staff, organizations like Save the Children cannot safely and effectively operate in Afghanistan. That’s because women and girls in our communities can only inte…
A Guide to Help Bring Disability Inclusion to Your Home and Community.
In celebration of Disability Pride Month, we’re sharing this guide to help you bring disability inclusion to your home and community.
Children on the Brink: The Global Hunger Crisis
Greg Ramm, Head of the Department of Humanitarian Response at Save the Children, recently traveled to Burkina Faso. "I have seen centers like these before but it’s always shoc…
2022 Year in Review
2022 has been a big year for children globally. With your help, Save the Children is working to build a a better future for children across the world - a future they deserve.