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United Nations Children’s Fund UNICEF, the United Nations Children’s Fund, was created on December 11, 1946 by the United Nations General Assembly. UNICEF works for and with children in 158 countries and territories, advocating for children’s rights as well as ensuring that their basic needs are met thus enabling them to reach their full potential. Guided by the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, UNICEF believes that the survival, protection and development of children must be a global priority, and that every child should grow up in conditions that promote health, peace and dignity. From taking care of HIV/AIDS orphans to demobilizing child soldiers, from immunizing millions of children against polio to providing schools books, and from building water pumps to responding to emergencies, UNICEF is helping build a world fit for children. In 1965 UNICEF was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, foundations, businesses and governments. In Ontario, UNICEF raises funds through card and gift sales, special events, emergency relief appeals, and youth programs like the famous Halloween orange UNICEF box campaign. UNICEF Canada also works to educate young and old about the rights and needs of children around the world. For information about booking a speaker or video please call us at 905-529-3173. Visit our storefront location in Hamilton for an excellent selection of cards, gifts and educational materials. Our office and gift shop is located (across from Theatre Aquarius) at: 189 King William St., Hamilton, ON L8R 1A7
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