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Japan’s nuclear crisis sparks panic buying of milk powder in Hong Kong Developing a “Breastfeeding Friendly City” as a long term solution
Hong Kong, 26 March 2011 – Following the Mainland’s melamine-tainted milk powder incidents, the triple disaster in Japan has again triggered a deep concern for food safety in Hong Kong, resulting in the public’s panic bulk buying of Japanese milk powder out of the fear of a possible radioactive contamination. As milk is the unique […]
Pampers “1 Pack = 1 Donation” programme– a partnership with UNICEF
Pampers is launching the “1 Pack = 1 Donation” programme in Hong Kong, raising funds for UNICEF’s immunisation projects in China. For each pack of specially marked Pampers diapers and wipes that you buy during the promotion period, Pampers donates US$0.05 to UNICEF. Please click here for details
HKCU ramps up responses for psychosocial support to Japan’s Children Building a true haven for children affected
Hong Kong, 21 March 2011 –The Japan Committee for UNICEF (JCU) has immediately provided targeted assistance, especially to children, on the ground through its network of partners and local partners in the aftermath of Japan’s triple catastrophe. According to JCU, disaster-affected children are in great need of psychosocial care. Child protection and health specialists from […]
Radiation leak in Japan poses threats to water resources UNICEF Young Envoys Club “flashes” to call for a water saving lifestyle
HONG KONG, 21 March 2011 – “You have a choice. It doesn’t mean others do, too!” Water safety has become ever so concerning since the fear of radiation leak loomed over Japan and its neighboring regions following the devastating double catastrophe of earthquake and tsunami. As tomorrow, 22 March, is the United Nations (UN) designated […]
UNICEF expresses sympathy for Japan Committees swung into action to support relief operation
Hong Kong, 15 March 2011 – UNICEF Executive Director Mr Anthony Lake today issued a statement expressing the organisation’s sympathy for the tragic loss of life following the massive earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The Japan Committee and the US Fund for UNICEF have immediately made an emergency appeal to fully support the people of […]
Avoid Fraud! Protect yourself from scam appeal for Japan emergency!
Be alert to scam emails involving fraudulent use of UNICEF name and logo: It has come to our attention that scam emails alleging to be from or associated with UNICEF are claiming to appeal for donation to fund the emergency relief in Japan and requesting personal information. We alert the public to be mindful of […]
Statement by UNICEF Executive Director Anthony Lake on Japanese earthquake and tsunami
NEW YORK/ HONG KONG, 15 March 2011 – As the world unites in support for the people of Japan, we at UNICEF express our heartfelt sympathy for the tragic loss of life following the massive earthquake and tsunami. This double catastrophe has left the country and its friends stunned and bereaved, and new threats caused […]
UNICEF launches HK$11 billion appeal in response to most extreme crises
GENEVA/HONG KONG, 7 March 2011 – UNICEF released the Humanitarian Action for Children Report 2011 today, requestingUS$1.4 billion (HK$10.9 billion) in its annual appeal to donors to assist children and women caught in the throes of crises. This year’s appeal highlights 32 countries, such as North Korea, Afghanistan, Pakistan and so on, and emphasises the […]
Unite for the environment! Swap to interactive E-edition
To answer the call for environmental protection, the Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF has launched its interactive E-edition newsletter Every Child. Besides enjoying reader-friendly features such as animations, videos page flipping, and linkages to web pages, you will also be able to help reduce paper use and contribute to the environment. Subscribe to Every Child […]