War Child closes its Iraq office after two decades of support for children
After 20 years of working in Iraq, War Child has decided to close its operations after supporting hundreds of thousands of children affected by conflict.
News and stories
Read the latest news from War Child and the stories of the children and families we support around the world.
Syria Earthquakes, Two Years On
Two years after the devastating earthquakes on 6th February 2023, War Child and partners have supported over 125,000 children and their families in northwest Syria.
Rania's Story
Rania, a 38-year-old mother of eight, endured immense psychological and social pressures due to Syria’s ongoing crises and devastating earthquakes.
New petition calling for a permanent ceasefire
War Child are calling on the UK Government to do all it can to secure lasting peace for the children of Gaza.
Saeed and Salem’s story
Empowering caregivers and unlocking a generation through positive parenting with UK Aid Match.
Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal statement
Everyone at War Child UK is hugely relieved by news of the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal.
BRITs Week 25, delivered by DHL for War Child
Iconic Artists, Legendary Venues and Unforgettable Nights: BRITs Week 25 is here!
Secret 7" Returns for 2025
The much-loved charity initiative combining music and art, is making a highly anticipated return in 2025, presented by War Child for the second consecutive year.
The Lumineers announce intimate stripped back War Child show
The Lumineers announce a very special, stripped back date at London’s Hoxton Hall on Friday January 17th 2025, in partnership with War Child.
Marwa’s story
Reviving dreams and unlocking a generation of children to fulfil their potential with UK Aid Match.
'Saltburn Insult' t-shirts for War Child
Carey Mulligan and Emerald Fennell have partnered with War Child to design 8 limited edition “Saltburn Insults” t-shirts for their Emergency Winter Appeal.
War Child shares first study of psychological impact of war on vulnerable children in Gaza.
A first of its kind report - written by Gaza based Community Training Centre for Crisis Management, who are supported by War Child Alliance - lays bare the shocking psychological impact of the ongoing war on children in Gaza.
