JOINING FORCES ALLIANCE COMMENTS ON THE 1ST NATIONAL CHILD PROTECTION CONFERENCE. #JoiningForcesAlliance #NationalChildProtectionConference #InvestInChildren

This Global Handwashing Day, we celebrate handwashing with soap for healthier children and communities. Yet, 21% of schools globally lack basic water services and 17% lack basic sanitation. Government and partners must invest in water, handwashing facilities, soap and hygiene

G During a high-level panel discussion on Day 2 of the 1st National Child Protection Conference, Government reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening child protection through improved birth registration, social protection programmes and sustained investment in children.

LISTEN TO CHILDREN. ACT ON THEIR DEMANDS. From protection against violence and abuse to having their voices heard and their rights respected, children are speaking out about the changes they want to see. #FirstNationalChildProtectionConference

At the National Child Protection Conference, the @JoiningForcesAlliance called for urgent action. Only 8% of children #underfive are registered at birth, while 29% of #youngwomen aged 20–24 married before 18. “We must turn policy into practice, and intent into impact.”

NO WOMAN SHOULD DIE FROM BLEEDING AFTER BIRTH. Postpartum haemorrhage remains a leading cause of maternal death in Zambia. Save the Children and partners are strengthening lifesaving maternal care in Mongu and Lumezi. Every mother saved is a child protected. #2026WorldPPHDay

This #ChildJusticeWeek, a child from Eastern Province reminds us that protecting children in digital spaces means protecting their safety, dignity, privacy and future. #ChildJusticeWeek2026 #ProtectChildrenOnline

This #WorldTeachersDay, SC celebrates teachers who shape children’s learning, wellbeing and futures. To say thank you, we would like to share SC’s Teachers Roadmap 2025 - 2027, which sets out its commitment to supporting teachers The Roadmap: tinyurl.com/mry5tbk7

Zambia’s maternal mortality declined from 252 to 187 per 100,000 live births between 2018 and 2024. Yet over 25% of maternal deaths are linked to postpartum haemorrhage (PPH). SC is working to prevent PPH-related deaths and ensure women receive timely, quality care. #WorldPPHDay

#SavetheChildren has launched the Improving Respiratory Care for #Newborns Project to strengthen care for small and sick #newborns across 10 health facilities. Every newborn deserves a chance to #survive and thrive. #EndPreventableDeaths #ReduceNeonatalMortality

#FOSTERINGTRADEANDINVESTMENT IS ALSO ABOUT INVESTING IN CHILDREN At the 98th #ZambiaAgricultureandCommercialShow, the #JoiningForcesAlliance called on businesses, government, and communities to put children's rights at the heart of their decisions.

30 #adolescents have graduated in poultry management under SCI's #Children’s Future Programme in Petauke District. With a K390,200 #investment in training and starter packs, each graduate received skills, 50 broiler chickens and feed to help build sustainable poultry businesses.

SCI strengthens readiness respond to emergencies. The workshop focused on identifying priority risks, strengthening coordination, integrating children's perspectives, and enhancing the capacity to respond quickly #EmergencyPreparedness #DisasterRiskReduction

Happy Farmers' Day to all who labour in hectares, limas, acres, and livestock keeping. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and resilience. Your efforts feed families, strengthen the economy, and help build the nation. Wishing you a happy and well deserved Farmers' Day!

As we mark World Breastfeeding Week, the 98th Agriculture and Commercial Show has been a great opportunity for us to educate and sensitise the public on the importance of breastfeeding. #worldbreastfeedingweek #agriculturecommercialshow

WHERE COMMUNITIES MEET, CLEAN HANDS MATTER MOST "Washing our hands, even if Ebola is not yet here in Zambia, will help us to prevent ourselves," Meheba Market Chairperson. #EbolaPreparedness #CommunityPreparedness #HandWashing

WHERE COMMUNITIES MEET, CLEAN HANDS MATTER MOST "We are happy to receive these items because they will help the community. Washing our hands, even if Ebola is not yet here in Zambia, will help us to prevent ourselves," #EbolaPreparedness youtu.be/VBmoN15rRf4

"Training community volunteers on Ebola prevention and providing handwashing stations, soap and sanitisers will help protect our communities," says Verica, Environmental Health Technician, Kalumbila District. youtu.be/YSjaWQ6AIng

With support from the Start Fund Network, SCI & Environment Africa have provided hygiene kits, handwashing facilities and reagents to health facilities in Kalumbila to strengthen Ebola preparedness. youtu.be/wkP7wDmgo1M "This hospital is a mirror for the community."

As Zambia remains on high alert for Ebola, Save the Children, with support from the Start Fund Network and in partnership with Environment Africa, is strengthening preparedness in Kalumbila: youtu.be/p8sue4ZQkgA #EbolaPreparedness #Zambia #PublicHealth