“Reimagine a better world for every child.”

UNICEF

The United Nations Children’s Fund – UNICEF works for a world in which every child has a fair chance in life. Across more than 190 countries and territories, we dedicate ourselves to saving children’s lives, defending their rights, and helping them fulfil their potential. And we never give up!

“I believe that UNICEF is the most important branch of the U.N.; they do exceptional work to help the neediest children around the world.”

– Liam Neeson

OUR HISTORY

UNICEF was born from the ashes of World War II on 11 December 1946. Originally known as the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund, our very first mission was to provide milk, food, and medicine to children left hungry and homeless by war. Today, UNICEF stands for the United Nations Children’s Fund.

Our Milestones

UNICEF IN MALAYSIA

UNICEF has been working in Malaya since 1948, right after World War II, delivering milk to fight malnutrition and helping vaccinate over a million children against tuberculosis. In 1954, we shifted from emergency relief to long-term development, partnering with local communities and leaders to improve children’s lives.

Today, our work focuses on helping every child survive and thrive, learn, stay safe from violence, live on a healthy planet, and get a fair chance in life – no matter their background or ability.

We work hand-in-hand with government, NGOs, businesses, media, academia – and young people like you – to make Malaysia a better place for children.

Fun fact: Actress Lisa Surihani is our fourth National Ambassador, and singer Ismail Izzani is our first Youth Advocate!