@SavetheChildren

Save the Children is an international humanitarian organization that has been protecting children around the world for more than 100 years. ❤️

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Remember the excitement of getting a new Scholastic book? ❤️📖 Thanks to @Scholastic, children visiting our Learn Without Limits vending machines can experience that same joy, choosing stories that help them learn more and dream big.
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Our hearts are with those families affected by the tragic shooting in Bend, Oregon. Schools should be safe places where children can learn, play and grow without fear of violence. The mental and emotional toll of living in fear is especially profound for children. In moments like this, they may feel frightened or confused. Speaking calmly, listening to their feelings, and offering reassurance can help them feel safe and supported. Save the Children offers guidance for parents and caregivers on how to talk with children about traumatic events: bit.ly/3VCYPfD
Save the Children ‘RESOURCES' banner, with the Save the Children logo and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads “How to Talk to Children About School Shootings.”

ALT Save the Children ‘RESOURCES' banner, with the Save the Children logo and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads “How to Talk to Children About School Shootings.”

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NEWS: New Save the Children Global Ventures Investment in BluLever to Help More South African Youth Train for Skilled Trades and Secure Jobs As finance ministers, central bankers and development leaders meet this week in Bangkok for the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings, Save the Children Global Ventures (SCGV) has announced a new investment in BluLever Education. BluLever is a South African vocational training company that prepares young people for careers as plumbers, electricians, mechanics and solar technicians. The investment was made through SCGV’s Children’s Impact Multiplier Fund, and will support BluLever’s expansion to a second campus in Cape Town. This will help more young people from low-income households gain skills and well-paid work. “Good jobs are built on good foundations: first literacy and numeracy, then skills that employers value. Too many young Africans fall at that last step. BluLever pays young people to learn trades the market needs, such as plumbing, electrical work and solar installation. 88% of its graduates go on to work or further study, and more than a third of its apprentices are women, in trades where women are fewer than 3% of the workforce. That is how investment turns into opportunity,” said Paul Ronalds, CEO of SCGV Over the next decade, 1.2 billion young people in developing countries will reach working age, but only around 400 million jobs are projected for them, according to World Bank figures. “This investment helps us grow, starting with our new campus in Cape Town, where 90 employers have already signed letters of intent to host apprentices. Many young people want to work in the trades but have no way in. We look forward to working with Save the Children’s teams to reach more of them,” said Jess Roussos and Adam Collier, Co-Founders and Co-CEOs of BluLever. South Africa shows how big the gap has become, with official figures putting youth unemployment at 61% among 15- to 24-year-olds. At the same time, more than one in five employers say they struggle to recruit qualified artisans. For many young people, there is no clear path from school into work. BluLever was founded in 2019 and designs its programs with employers, so that graduates leave with the practical skills industries need. The organization offers the clear path from school into work - a qualification, an employer and a wage – with its three-year apprenticeship combining learning on campus with paid placements. Apprentices earn while they learn and graduate with real work experience. Of the BluLever graduates who have passed their trade test, 88% are employed or continuing their studies. Women make up 35% of its apprentices, in trades such as plumbing where fewer than 3% of workers are women. BluLever opened its first campus in Johannesburg in 2021 and plans to open its second in Cape Town later in 2026. In Rwanda, it is working with the Ministry of Education to create the country’s first formal qualification for plumbers. Alongside the investment, SCGV and BluLever see opportunities to work with Save the Children in South Africa to help more young people, particularly those from low-income households, move from training into decent work. BluLever Education is a South African vocational training company founded in 2019 with the mission of empowering Africa’s artisans with skills for the future. It offers accredited apprenticeships in plumbing, electrical and automotive trades, a solar technician program, short courses for working tradespeople and its Artisan Academy for informal artisan entrepreneurs.
Save the Children press release announcing new investment for South African youth training in skilled trades and job security. Website: www.SavetheChildren.org.

ALT Save the Children press release announcing new investment for South African youth training in skilled trades and job security. Website: www.SavetheChildren.org.

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NEWS: Save the Children Working to Help Florida Kids and Families Recover, Regain Stability in Wake of Destructive Hurricane Isaias As communities in the Florida Panhandle grapple with the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Isaias, Save the Children is continuing to meet the urgent and long-term needs of children and families whose lives have been upended by the devastating storm. Prior to landfall, the global humanitarian organization provided anticipatory cash assistance to help families with disabilities prepare for the storm, and is now turning its attention to deliver additional cash assistance and emergency supplies, while supporting childcare recovery. Isaias has left families facing widespread power outages, blocked roads, interrupted critical services, safety hazards from fallen trees, and impacted childcare centers, schools and playgrounds. As families face the uncertainty of recovery, Save the Children is collaborating with emergency, education and faith-based partners to: • Provide flexible cash assistance to help caregivers cover urgent expenses, including food, water, gas and temporary lodging. • Deliver critical child-focused supplies, such as diapers and wipes, to children and families who need them most. • Help childcare and early learning centers recover by working with childcare partners and affected providers to understand damage, address barriers to reopening and restoring essential services for children and hardworking families. "Helping families with disabilities prepare for Hurricane Isaias before the storm—providing cash assistance for critical essentials like medications, accessible transportation and temporary lodging — was a powerful reminder of how timely support can make a life-changing difference in a moment of uncertainty. Through our collaboration with Special Olympics and other disability-focused partners, we’ve already heard from families moved to tears by what this assistance meant to them at such a critical time,” said James Orlando, managing director of U.S. emergencies for Save the Children. “But days after the storm, our teams on the ground are still seeing the impacts, and the full extent of recovery needs is only beginning to emerge. Many families remain without power, under boil-water notices and uncertain about what comes next. Save the Children remains committed to standing alongside these families, their children and the educators who support them — providing urgent relief now and helping communities recover and rebuild in the weeks and months ahead.” To speed up and strengthen childcare supports after hurricanes and emergencies, Save the Children established the Gulf Coast Resilience Network in 2021 – a partnership of childcare networks in five hurricane prone states, including Florida. The global humanitarian organization supports the network through childcare emergency preparedness training, mental health supports for children and caregivers, and rapid assistance to help childcare centers recover and reopen after a disaster. Save the Children has been helping America’s children recover from major disasters for over 20 years, including Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024, as well as the devastating wildfires in Washington state and flooding in Hawaii earlier this year.
Save the Children press release on their efforts to help Florida kids and families recover after Hurricane Isaias.

ALT Save the Children press release on their efforts to help Florida kids and families recover after Hurricane Isaias.

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For Ria, cricket is more than a game. It’s a way to challenge expectations and help change perceptions about child marriage. This #DayOfTheGirl, we’re celebrating girls like Ria, who are breaking boundaries, on and off the pitch! 🏏
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Children’s well-being is at the heart of everything we do. This #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re reminded that supporting children means caring for their mental health, too. Together, we can help create safe, supportive spaces where every child can grow, learn and thrive! ❤️
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ALT Swirling black background with white text stating "Children's Mental Health Matters." The word "Matters" is in red. The Save the Children logo is at the bottom.

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Hurricane preparedness starts with protecting kids. From packing an emergency bag to helping children cope with storm-related fears, there are steps families can take to stay safer before, during and after a hurricane. Explore 10 hurricane safety tips for families: bit.ly/4yFgguj

Save the Children | Hurricane Relief & Safety Tips | Save the Children

Donate to help children and families or read our free hurricane safety tips.

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NEWS: Five Children Killed in Overnight Airstrikes on Schools and Homes in #Ukraine Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/3Weed1Y
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ALT A graphic with the Save the Children logo and website. It includes a press release headline stating, "Five Children Killed in Overnight Airstrikes on Schools and Homes in Ukraine"

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NEWS: Save the Children Stands Ready to Help Kids and Families as Strengthening Hurricane #Isaias Threatens Gulf Coast Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/474ZJE2
Save the Children logo at the top. Below, text reads: "Press Release. Save the Children stands ready as strengthening Hurricane Isaias threatens Gulf Coast." Website link: www.SavetheChildren.org.

ALT Save the Children logo at the top. Below, text reads: "Press Release. Save the Children stands ready as strengthening Hurricane Isaias threatens Gulf Coast." Website link: www.SavetheChildren.org.

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It's #DAFDay. If you have a Donor-Advised Fund, now is a great time to turn your charitable intentions into impact. A grant to Save the Children helps reach children in the toughest places with emergency relief, education, healthcare, nutrition and protection.
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ALT A child wearing an orange headscarf looks towards the camera. The text reads: "Your donor-advised fund can change a child's future. A simple, strategic way to support children where the need is greatest." The Save the Children logo is in the bottom right corner.

A person in a Save the Children shirt holds a child's hands. Orange text reads: "In a world facing growing crises and uncertainty, children need support more than ever. When you give through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF), you're helping Save the Children deliver lifesaving programs and respond quickly when emergencies strike."

ALT A person in a Save the Children shirt holds a child's hands. Orange text reads: "In a world facing growing crises and uncertainty, children need support more than ever. When you give through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF), you're helping Save the Children deliver lifesaving programs and respond quickly when emergencies strike."

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ALT Diagram explaining "How Do Donor Advised-Funds Work?" featuring three steps: 1. "Now": Icon of a cash stack with text - "Donor contributes cash, non-cash assets, or property to a sponsoring organization." 2. Middle: Pie chart icon with text - "Contributions are invested by the sponsoring organization and grow tax-free." 3. "Later": Checklist icon with text - "Donor gets tax deduction after contribution to DAF account." Beneath, a handshake icon with text - "Donor grants money to charity."

A child wearing a blue cap stands outdoors surrounded by bubbles. An overlay below has text that reads: "When you recommend a grant to Save the Children through your DAF, you're supporting: -Emergency response -Education programs -Nutrition and health services -Child protection initiatives."

ALT A child wearing a blue cap stands outdoors surrounded by bubbles. An overlay below has text that reads: "When you recommend a grant to Save the Children through your DAF, you're supporting: -Emergency response -Education programs -Nutrition and health services -Child protection initiatives."

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NEWS: Save the Children Urges @HHSGov to Preserve the Core Promise of Head Start While Modernizing Program Standards Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4zhAbPQ
A poster with the "Save the Children" logo and text. It features a red heading labeled "Press Release" and reads: "Save the Children Urges HHS to Preserve the Core Promise of Head Start While Modernizing Program Standards"

ALT A poster with the "Save the Children" logo and text. It features a red heading labeled "Press Release" and reads: "Save the Children Urges HHS to Preserve the Core Promise of Head Start While Modernizing Program Standards"

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Three years ago today, 39 Israeli children were killed. In the ensuing war, more than 21,000 children in Gaza have been killed. Regardless of where they are, every child should be safe and protected from the consequences of conflict. Today, 1 in 8 children in Gaza are suffering chronic, long-term malnutrition and nearly all are displaced from their education with schools damaged or destroyed. Recently updated satellite imagery from Google Earth reveals the utter devastation. These are facts, not positions, and with each broken ceasefire, the world is failing these children. As yet another winter approaches, children must be put first. End the violence. Protect every child. Enact a permanent ceasefire now!
Text on a black background reads: "Every war is a war on children." Below the text is the Save the Children logo.

ALT Text on a black background reads: "Every war is a war on children." Below the text is the Save the Children logo.

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Children account for 1 in 4 Ebola cases and deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. As the outbreak grows, Save the Children is providing healthcare, protection and support for children and families affected by the crisis. Learn more: bit.ly/4dlMpPc
White text on a black background. The text reads: "7 children a day are dying from Ebola in the DRC" displayed above seven broken heart icons. The Save the Children logo is at the bottom.

ALT White text on a black background. The text reads: "7 children a day are dying from Ebola in the DRC" displayed above seven broken heart icons. The Save the Children logo is at the bottom.

A graphic features a quote by Dr. Babou Rukengeza, Save the Children's Ebola Response Lead in the DRC. The quote reads: "Behind these numbers are children who should be in school, playing with friends and growing up safely with their families, not fighting for their lives against a deadly disease." The Save the Children logo is displayed at the bottom.

ALT A graphic features a quote by Dr. Babou Rukengeza, Save the Children's Ebola Response Lead in the DRC. The quote reads: "Behind these numbers are children who should be in school, playing with friends and growing up safely with their families, not fighting for their lives against a deadly disease." The Save the Children logo is displayed at the bottom.

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#ICYMI... "A food security crisis is building across East Africa, and children will pay the highest price if we fail to act." Save the Children US CEO Janti Soeripto warns of the devastating impact of the upcoming East Africa food crisis on millions of children. Read her full insights via @thehill: bit.ly/4zcSdD5
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NEWS: #Ebola Outbreak in the DRC Has Killed Close to 1,000 Children Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4dlMpPc
A poster with the "Save the Children" logo and text. It features a red heading labeled "Press Release" and reads: "Ebola Outbreak in the DRC Has Killed Close to 1,000 Children"

ALT A poster with the "Save the Children" logo and text. It features a red heading labeled "Press Release" and reads: "Ebola Outbreak in the DRC Has Killed Close to 1,000 Children"

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Books, big smiles and endless possibilities! ✨📚😄 This is our why: helping every child build the skills and confidence to learn without limits. #WorldSmileDay
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NEWS: Save the Children Welcomes Senate Introduction of NEST Act to Support Rural Moms and Babies Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4d9DrVc
A poster with "Save the Children" logo and text. It features a red heading labeled "Press Release" and reads: "Save the Children Welcomes Senate Introduction of NEST Act to Support Rural Moms and Babies"

ALT A poster with "Save the Children" logo and text. It features a red heading labeled "Press Release" and reads: "Save the Children Welcomes Senate Introduction of NEST Act to Support Rural Moms and Babies"

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Thanks to @lisamurkowski & @SenatorAndyKim for their leadership in introducing the bipartisan NEST Act! This investment would help ensure families in rural America have the care, supplies & support they need to give babies a healthy start. Read more 👇 bit.ly/4hlvTkE

Save the Children Action Network Welcomes Senate Introduction of NEST Act

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When disaster strikes, children are among those most vulnerable. Save the Children works year-round to help communities prepare, protect and care for children before emergencies happen. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4ykcLJH
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ALT A young girl is smiling and holding a small green turtle plush toy. The "Save the Children" logo is visible in the lower corner. The background is blurred.

A person wearing a "Save the Children" T-shirt and a mask is sorting clothes on a table in a gymnasium. Various piles of clothing and other people are visible in the background. The gym's walls are red and black.

ALT A person wearing a "Save the Children" T-shirt and a mask is sorting clothes on a table in a gymnasium. Various piles of clothing and other people are visible in the background. The gym's walls are red and black.

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ALT Two individuals in Save the Children shirts are organizing stacks of bottled water. They are next to a colorful vehicle. "Save the Children" logo is visible in the bottom left corner.

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Save the Children Applauds SEED Act Being Signed Into Law to Support Early Educators. Full press release here: bit.ly/4z5kRpJ
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ALT A poster with "Save the Children" logo and text. It features a red heading labeled "Statement" and reads: "Save the Children applauds SEED Act being signed into law to support early educators." The website "www.SavetheChildren.org" is at the bottom.

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