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Read the latest news from War Child and the stories of the children and families we support around the world.

13 Jun 2023

Bring Them Home campaign 2023

Celebrities and international security experts join call for British families to be brought home from unlawful detention in Syria.

Girl in purple unicorn top standing against a wall in her home

14 Apr 2023

War Child in 2022

In 2022 War Child UK were able to provide support to 256,700 children and adults - making it our strongest year ever.

Participant Nadia reads to her siblings at their home in a displacement camp in Iraq.

8 Mar 2021

International Women’s Day 2021

We’re marking International Women’s Day 2021 by celebrating the millions of incredible women and girls around the world who fight every day to make the world a better place.

Dieudonne is from the Central African Republic (CAR) and attends War Child UK's "Voicemore" group.

30 Aug 2018

Here's why players of the People's Postcode Lottery change lives

In 2013 we were supporting 62,236 children affected by war annually. Now, thanks to the players of the People's Postcode Lottery, that's increased to 165,237.

A Syrian child in Jordan draws two scenes based on their experiences: "safety", on the left, and "war" on the right.

11 Jul 2018

UK's allies put children's lives at risk

Trade, diplomatic, and military relationships have been prioritised by the UK Goverment, putting children's lives at risk.

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