News and stories

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

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

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.

Record Store Day 2023.

Record Store Day 2023

Record Store Day announces this year's fundraising activities for official charity partner, War Child.

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#HelpUkraineSong

A global grassroots movement which has already gained huge momentum and will unite the world through music on Eurovision finals day in a musical moment of solidarity for Ukraine whilst raising money for children affected by the conflict.

13 year old Emlaq, Yemen.

Emlaq's Story

Meet Emlaq, aged 13, who lives in Yemen.

Broken Walls

Black Razor Records for War Child

Black Razor Records and alternative rock/rap artists, Ivar & The Horde, today announce the release of a new anti-war song “Broken Walls”, dedicated to raising money for the children affected by the War In Ukraine.

A childs teddy bear in the rubble of a colapsed building, Syria.

Anniversary of the conflict in Syria

Syrian children and their families face unprecedented turmoil due to lethal mix of civil war, devastating earthquakes, medical emergencies and harsh winter conditions.

Svetlana and her baby, Ukraine.

International Womens Day 2023

Wednesday 8 March 2023 marks International Women's Day - a day to celebrate the millions of incredible women and girls around the world who strive every day to make the world a better place.

Bravehood t-shirt.

Guiding Light X War Child UK

#bravehood is a global emergency initiative launched by the non-profit organisation Guiding Light in partnership with War Child and in collaboration with world-renowned artists to help children affected by conflict when and where it is needed most urgently.