Save the Children

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Save the Children is an international non-governmental organization that promotes children's rights, provides relief, and helps support children in developing countries. It was established in the United Kingdom in 1919 to improve the lives of children through better education, health care, and economic opportunities, as well as providing emergency aid in natural disasters, war, and other conflicts.

History[edit | edit source]

Save the Children was founded by Eglantyne Jebb and her sister Dorothy Buxton in response to the aftermath of World War I. The organization was initially created to address the famine in Austria-Hungary and has since expanded its mission to address a wide range of issues affecting children worldwide.

Mission and Objectives[edit | edit source]

The mission of Save the Children is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. The organization focuses on several key areas:

Programs and Initiatives[edit | edit source]

Save the Children operates various programs and initiatives across the globe, including:

  • **Education Programs**: These aim to ensure that children receive quality education and have access to learning opportunities.
  • **Health and Nutrition Programs**: These focus on improving children's health and nutrition, reducing child mortality, and combating malnutrition.
  • **Child Protection Programs**: These work to protect children from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence.
  • **Emergency Response**: Save the Children provides immediate and long-term assistance to children and families affected by natural disasters, conflicts, and other emergencies.

Global Reach[edit | edit source]

Save the Children operates in over 120 countries, working with local partners to implement programs and advocate for children's rights. The organization has a significant presence in regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and Latin America.

Funding and Support[edit | edit source]

Save the Children is funded through donations from individuals, governments, corporations, and other organizations. It also receives grants from various international bodies and foundations.

Impact and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Save the Children has been recognized for its efforts in improving the lives of children worldwide. The organization has received numerous awards and accolades for its work in education, health, and child protection.

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