There are lots of ways that your school can get involved with UNICEF and help us protect the rights of children. Take part in Day for Change, hold a fundraising event or make us your charity of the year. Whatever you choose to do we are here to help you every step of the way.

 
 
  • Children at Aith Junior School in the Shetland Isles fundraise for UNICEF during their Day for Change in 2011 © UNICEF UK/2011

    Day for Change 2012 You can now register for our 2012 Day for Change. We ask schools to make a change in their day and ask students, staff and parents to make a donation to UNICEF for making that change.

  • Day for Change 2011 © UNICEF UK

    Day for Change 2011 In 2011 over 2,000 schools helped change the lives of children affected by climate change in Guyana, South America, by taking part in Day for Change. Find out about their activities and download classroom resources from 2011. 

  • UK schoolchildren. © Howard Davies

    UNICEF and schools Every child has the right to an education which develops their personality, talents and abilities to the full. Children in the UK have this right - but they can help and learn more about children around the world who are denied their rights by fundraising for UNICEF. 

  • A girl in a tent camp in Pakistan © UNICEF/NYHQ2010-1628/Marta Ramoneda

    Emergency fundraising for schools When a child’s life is torn apart, they need help. Fast. When an emergency strikes, UNICEF staff in the area react rapidly. The first aid we deliver usually arrives within 48 hours. Following emergency relief efforts, UNICEF works to give children the long-term support and rehabilitation they need to rebuild their lives 

  • Rights Respecting School Awards brochure photo © UNICEF

    Rights Respecting School Award The Rights Respecting School Award (RRSA) recognises achievement in putting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) at the heart of a school’s planning, policies, practice and ethos.