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The carnage we’ve witnessed in Ukraine over the past two months has been a reminder, if needed, that all wars are waged against children.

In 8 years, players of the People’s Postcode Lottery have supported War Child with over £15 million. We are proud to hold such a long-standing, impactful partnership with the Players, achieving so much since we started our journey together in 2014.

As part of Record Store Day 2022 you could get your hands on a Limited Edition Rega turntable signed by Sam Fender whilst helping War Child UK support the unfolding crisis in Ukraine.

War Child UK, the UN Special Representative on Children and Armed Conflict and the ILO call for an end to the recruitment and use of children in armed conflict by 2025.

Humanitarian action may not be the only thing needed in Gaza and Israel, but it is essential if we are to save the futures of innocent children who have been caught up in other people’s battles.

Thanks to the generosity of our incredible supporters, we have launched 10 pioneering initiatives for children in the Central African Republic (CAR). Find out how donations to our Learn to Live appeal have made a difference.

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.

12 February marks Red Hand Day - the International Day Against the Recruitment of Child Soldiers. Find out about our work with children associated with armed forces or armed groups (CAAFAG) and why this day is so important to us.

With the help and support of funders, such as the Players of the People’s Postcode Lottery, we have been able to rapidly respond to COVID-19 and provide a safety net for children in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Alex Becquevort, War Child’s Country Director for the DRC explains how.

This World Food Day we are celebrating the amazing agricultural work our teams are doing in local communities in Central African Republic and Democratic Republic of Congo.

Originally launched in 1995 to raise funds for children affected by the Bosnian War, the HELP album has been hailed one of the best charity albums of all time.

To celebrate the album's 25th anniversary, the HELP will be re-issued on special edition vinyl, and made available on digital and streaming platforms for the first time.