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Across the United States and around the world, Save the Children works to ensure children survive, learn and are protected. This page features our latest content—leadership insights, staff perspectives and stories from our child‑focused humanitarian, education and health programs—along with practical resources for families. Together, these show the impact behind our work to improve children’s lives.

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Staff Account from Lebanon: Children are Losing Faith in a Better Future

A firsthand account from Lebanon: families return home to rubble, no water or power, and children forced to choose work over school.
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Why Knowing Isn’t Enough — How Behavioral Science is Helping Save the Children Change Lives

In 2020, Save The Children launched a Center for Utilizing Behavioral Insights for Children (CUBIC)—the world’s first behavioral science team focused on underserved children. 
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Inside the Fight Against Ebola: A Week with a Head Nurse in Ituri, DRC

As the Ebola spread continues through Ituri province in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a Save the Children-supported head nurse is documenting daily life on the frontlines.
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Disability Rights and Inclusion by Design: Built In—Not Bolted On

To achieve progress for all kids, inclusion cannot be an afterthought—it must be embedded in the design, delivery, and evaluation of our programs.
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Staff Account from the Venezuela Earthquake: “Children are asking for their parents but their parents are not there”

A Save the Children staff member shares her experience of surviving the Venezuela earthquake.
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What I Saw in Sudan: A Frontline View of the Crisis and Why the World Must Act Now

After visiting Sudan, Save the Children’s CEO shares what she witnessed—and why the world must act now to address the largest humanitarian crisis today.
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What Is Cash Assistance—and Why It Should Shape the Future of Emergency Response

Cash assistance is reshaping disaster relief. Save the Children’s Bjorn Betzler explains why flexible financial support leads to faster, more dignified recovery.
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Life in Gaza After the Ceasefire: A Mother’s Story of Loss, Displacement and Survival

A Save the Children staff member shares her experience of displacement, loss and raising a child in Gaza six months after the ceasefire.
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Women in Water Spotlight

For more than two decades, Save the Children has partnered with P&G to expand access to clean drinking water — helping deliver more than 25 billion liters of clean water.
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Staff Account from Lebanon: Forced to Flee but We Are Among the Lucky Ones

Jana is Save the Children’s Awards Management Coordinator in Lebanon. She has been displaced three times by conflict in Lebanon, the first time when she was eight years old.
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Why Knowing Isn’t Enough — How Behavioral Science is Helping Save the Children Change Lives

In 2020, Save The Children launched a Center for Utilizing Behavioral Insights for Children (CUBIC)—the world’s first behavioral science team focused on underserved children. 
Read More
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Disability Rights and Inclusion by Design: Built In—Not Bolted On

To achieve progress for all kids, inclusion cannot be an afterthought—it must be embedded in the design, delivery, and evaluation of our programs.
Read More
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What I Saw in Sudan: A Frontline View of the Crisis and Why the World Must Act Now

After visiting Sudan, Save the Children’s CEO shares what she witnessed—and why the world must act now to address the largest humanitarian crisis today.
Read More
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Staff Account from Lebanon: Children are Losing Faith in a Better Future

A firsthand account from Lebanon: families return home to rubble, no water or power, and children forced to choose work over school.
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Inside the Fight Against Ebola: A Week with a Head Nurse in Ituri, DRC

As the Ebola spread continues through Ituri province in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a Save the Children-supported head nurse is documenting daily life on the frontlines.
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Staff Account from the Venezuela Earthquake: “Children are asking for their parents but their parents are not there”

A Save the Children staff member shares her experience of surviving the Venezuela earthquake.
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How to Stay Safe During a Tornado: 10 Expert Tips

Get expert tornado safety tips to protect kids and families. Learn how to prepare, what to do during a tornado and how to recover after one.
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Flood Relief | How to Help & Donate

Learn how to help families affected by floods. See Save the Children’s real-time response, flood safety tips for kids, and ways to donate to support relief efforts.
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10 Expert Tips to Help Children Cope with Disasters

Learn how to help children cope with disasters using expert-backed tips. Support your child’s emotional recovery after emergencies with this practical guide.
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World Refugee Day 2026

World Refugee Day is observed every year on June 20. Learn why World Refugee Day matters, how it began and how you can help refugee children around the world.
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Random Acts of Kindness Day 2026

Join Save the Children in celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Day 2026! Be a part of making a positive impact and spreading kindness for a brighter future.
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International Day of Education 2026: Why It Matters for Children

International Day of Education is January 24, 2026. Learn why education matters, how it protects children, and how you can take action with Save the Children.
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Staff Picks: Children's Books That Illustrate the Refugee Experience

This year in celebration of World Refugee Day, our staff has hand-picked children's books that highlight the refugee experience.
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Children's Books that Celebrate Ramadan and Muslim Culture

These children's books from our Ramadan reading list help your kids celebrate Ramadan, Muslim culture and make wonderful reads throughout the entire year!
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19 Children's Books That Celebrate Juneteenth and Black History

To celebrate Juneteenth and Black History, Save the Children shares our favorite children's books that inspire young readers this month all year round.
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