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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 6h
NEWS: Save the Children Welcomes Senate Introduction of NEST Act to Support Rural Moms and Babies Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4d9DrVc
A poster with "Save the Children" logo and text. It features a red heading labeled "Press Release" and reads: "Save the Children Welcomes Senate Introduction of NEST Act to Support Rural Moms and Babies"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 28/09/2026
When disaster strikes, children are among those most vulnerable. Save the Children works year-round to help communities prepare, protect and care for children before emergencies happen. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4ykcLJH
A young girl is smiling and holding a small green turtle plush toy. The "Save the Children" logo is visible in the lower corner. The background is blurred.A person wearing a "Save the Children" T-shirt and a mask is sorting clothes on a table in a gymnasium. Various piles of clothing and other people are visible in the background. The gym's walls are red and black.Two individuals in Save the Children shirts are organizing stacks of bottled water. They are next to a colorful vehicle. "Save the Children" logo is visible in the bottom left corner.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 28/09/2026
Save the Children Applauds SEED Act Being Signed Into Law to Support Early Educators. Full press release here: bit.ly/4z5kRpJ
A poster with "Save the Children" logo and text. It features a red heading labeled "Statement" and reads: "Save the Children applauds SEED Act being signed into law to support early educators." The website "www.SavetheChildren.org" is at the bottom.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 27/09/2026
Hunger affects far more than a child’s next meal. It can mean malnutrition, missed school, illness, and increased risks of exploitation. With 8 million children at risk of acute hunger across East and Southern Africa, urgent action is needed before this crisis escalates.
A person carries a child in a patterned wrap in a grassy outdoor area.. Text on the image reads: "Super El Niño threatens to push 8 million children into hunger across East and Southern Africa by early 2027." The Save the Children logo is visible.White text on a black background. The text reads: "The worsening food crisis across much of the region comes as a result of one of the strongest El Niño weather events in recent years. 
El Niño is unfolding against a backdrop of:
- Conflict
- Hunger 
- Displacement
- Economic instability 
- Humanitarian funding cuts"White text on a black background. The text reads: "Without early action, climate shocks are likely to compound existing vulnerabilities and deepen humanitarian needs, particularly for children and their families. 
That's why we're helping families prepare through:
- Early warning information targeted at children
- Evacuation planning
- Strengthening of community preparedness
- Anticipatory cash assistance to allow families to prepare for disasters"White text on a black background. The text reads: "We know El Niño is coming. But we can only act before disaster strikes if enough funding is available now. You can help by:"

Text highlighted in red reads: 
" -Sharing this post
-Donating to our Children's Emergency Fund"

The Save the Children logo is at the bottom.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 26/09/2026
Every child deserves a safe place to call home. Since the severe flash flooding in Nepal, Save the Children has been helping affected families access emergency shelter and other critical support. One month later, the need remains urgent as communities continue to seek stability.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 26/09/2026
✨ When children read, anything is possible!✨ With help from Mattel, our Learn Without Limits book vending machines are filled with stories that inspire children to dream big. Which book are you picking first?
The image shows a display of four children's books in front of a Save the Children book vending machine. The books are "Thomas and Friends," "Polly Pocket: Animal Adopt-A-Thon," "Barbie & Teresa: Recipe For Friendship," and "Hot Wheels Let's Race: Cleanup Challenge." The background features a repeated hashtag "#TBR" on a red banner.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 25/09/2026
NEWS: More than 26,000 People in #Somalia Expected to Face Catastrophic Hunger as Families Reel from Extreme Weather Shocks Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4rzCgnY
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "More than 26,000 People in Somalia Expected to Face Catastrophic Hunger as Families Reel from Extreme Weather Shocks"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 24/09/2026
Three months after the earthquakes in Venezuela, children in Venezuela still need our support. We're providing healthcare, emergency supplies, education, and safe spaces to help children recover and thrive. Join us in ensuring this lifesaving work continues. ❤️
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 23/09/2026
In Mississippi, Ms. Ellis helps young readers build literacy skills and confidence through hands-on learning. Together, we’re helping children learn to read by Grade 3 and build a foundation for lifelong learning. Every child deserves to learn without limits: bit.ly/4gzEn7m 📚 ✨
A group of young students and Ms. Ellis are standing in a classroom. The adult is holding a pointer while the students look towards a board with writing on it. The room is decorated with educational materials and a U.S. flag. The Save the Children logo is visible in the top corner.A child is sitting on a blue bean bag chair, reading a book in a library. Bookshelves filled with colorful books are in the background. The "Save the Children" logo is visible in the bottom left corner.Ms. Ellis stands beside a child near a classroom door, with a "Save the Children" logo in the corner. The person holds the door, and various classroom posters are visible, including one titled "Core Values.Ms. Ellis (Program Coordinator) led students in a literacy activity where students given a word and sound. Students had to determine which part of the word that the sound appeared in - Beginning, Middle or End. Students threw or placed ball into corresponding bin.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 22/09/2026
2.6 million children are living in poverty, but together we can help change that. Every child deserves the opportunity to Learn Without Limits and reach their full potential. ❤️
Text on a crumpled paper background reads: "Nearly 2.6 million children live in poverty." The Save the Children Learn Without Limits logo are at the bottom right.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 21/09/2026
NEWS: As World Leaders Gather at UN General Assembly, Save the Children Calls for Urgent Action to Protect Kids Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/3VGkumO
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "As World Leaders Gather at UN General Assembly, Save the Children Calls for Urgent Action to Protect Kids"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 21/09/2026
CORRECTION: Books published by Harper Collins were generously donated to Save the Children by the Amy Krouse Rosenthal Foundation. Thanks to their donation of I Wish You More and additional books for our vending machines, thousands more children will soon have a new book to call their own.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 21/09/2026
Every child should have the freedom to dream about their future, not worry about whether they’ll see their loved ones again. This #WorldPeaceDay, listen to children from Yemen, Lebanon and Ukraine share their hopes for peace. Every child deserves to live in peace. ❤️
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 19/09/2026
If you could only pick one... which book are you taking home? 📚👀 A huge thank you to @harpercollins.bsky.social for helping stuff our Learn Without Limits vending machines with incredible reads that inspire imagination and learning beyond the classroom.
The image shows a display of four children's books in front of a Save the Children book vending machine. The books are "Dear Teacher" by Paris Rosenthal, "Pajammin!" by Ziggy Marley, "I'm From" by Gary R. Gray Jr. & Shelly Anand, and "Falling Up" by Shel Silverstein. The background features a repeated hashtag "#TBR" on a red banner.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 18/09/2026
Children are trapped beneath the rubble in #Gaza as rescue teams dig with their bare hands, hindered by restrictions on essential machinery and equipment. Every minute matters. Children cannot wait.
White and red text on a black background. The text reads: "Children could be heard screaming and pleading for help from underneath the rubble. At least 12 children were killed after the collapse of a war-damaged building in Gaza. At least 50 could be missing under the rubble." 

Below the text is an image showing a devastated urban area with collapsed buildings in Gaza, with rescue workers and equipment on-site. Photo credit: Save the Children, Source: Al Jazeera. The Save the Children logo is at the top.White text on a black background. The text reads: "The building that collapsed in Gaza had been bombed during the war, and displaced families were living there due to a lack of available shelter. 

The Palestinian Civil Defence in Gaza warned that some 2,000 damaged buildings, currently sheltering large numbers of people, are at risk of collapse.

Source: Reuters"White text on a black background with a large opening quotation mark. The text reads: "At dawn while we were sleeping, we heard a blast that sounded like bombing, and the whole house was covered in dust. 

We thought the building we were in was the target. 

I saw the bodies of a woman and her child being recovered. They were lying together on a mattress where they had been sleeping. This is not a sight that anyone should or ever could ever get used to."A quote on a black background in white text with a red citation box. The text reads: "I know a family who lived in this collapsed building. They had only recently moved there, fleeing the artillery shells that were close to their tent. Most of the family members are children, and no one from the family has been recovered yet. 

This is a danger that threatens everyone here in Gaza." The quote is attributed to Shurouq, Save the Children Multimedia Manager. At the bottom is the Save the Children logo.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 18/09/2026
40% of rural kids qualify for free and reduced-price school meals. Because kids can’t learn when they’re hungry, access to nutritious food is an important part of helping children learn, grow and thrive. Every child deserves the chance to Learn Without Limits. 📚🍎✨
A school lunch tray with a burger, chicken nuggets, salad, apple slices, rice, and a glass of milk. Text states "40% of rural children are eligible for free and reduced-price school meals." Save the Children logo and "Learn Without Limits" are visible.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 16/09/2026
Bestselling author @bradmeltzer.com loved The Monster at the End of This Book as a kid, and today he still loves sharing it with his own children. 📚 Some stories stay with us for a lifetime. We're proud to support every child's opportunity to fall in love with reading and to Learn Without Limits.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 15/09/2026
NEWS: At Least 19 Children Killed and 49 Injured in 40 Days of Violence in #Yemen Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4AdEQ6X
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Yemen: At Least 19 Children Killed and 49 Injured In 40 Days Of Violence"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 14/09/2026
Rural families earn nearly $30,000 less per year than non-rural families. For kids, that can mean less access to the resources they need to learn and thrive. We’re working to remove barriers to learning and help every child reach their full potential. 📚✨
A green chalkboard displays the text: "Rural families earn nearly $30,000 less per year than non-rural families." The Save the Children logo and the phrase "Learn Without Limits" are at the bottom right.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 13/09/2026
Schools are protected civilian spaces. They should never be under attack. But for millions of children, a new school year begins without a classroom. Every child deserves the safety to learn without fear. Education is a lifeline. We must protect it.
The image shows a heavily damaged classroom with debris scattered across the floor, broken furniture, and shattered windows. Text on the image reads, "Reminder: Schools are not military targets." The Save the Children logo is in the top right corner.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 12/09/2026
NEWS: Child Malnutrition on the Rise as Conditions Worsen in #Uganda Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4A09roi
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Child Malnutrition on the Rise as Conditions Worsen in Uganda"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 12/09/2026
Creating a future where all kids read by grade 3 starts with supporting children from the very beginning. When we invest in early childhood, we're investing in confidence, literacy, and lifelong opportunity. Lets help every child Learn Without Limits. 📚 ✨
The image features text on a lined notebook paper background. The text reads: "Approximately 3.5 million children under the age of 5 live in rural America." At the bottom right is the Save the Children Learn Without Limits logo.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 12/09/2026
NEWS: Education for 1.5 million #Palestinian Children Disrupted for Fourth Academic Year Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4A7JMdv
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Education for 1.5 million Palestinian Children Disrupted for the Fourth Academic Year"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 11/09/2026
NEWS: #Indonesia Wildfire Haze Threatens Children, Closes Schools Across Southeast Asia Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4xuckvm
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Indonesia Wildfire Haze Threatens Children and Closes Schools Across Southeast Asia"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 11/09/2026
NEWS: Over 500 Children Separated from Parents and Hundreds Still Missing After #Nepal Floods Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4yBwZyx
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Over 500 Children Separated from Parents and Hundreds Still Missing After Nepal Floods"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 10/09/2026
2 in 3 kids across America can’t read at grade level by age 10. We're working to change that—reaching kids in rural communities with early education programs and summer learning. Thanks to our corporate and foundation partners, more kids can Learn Without Limits! bit.ly/4gzEn7m ✨
A child smiling and holding a book with a smiley face cover, standing against a brick wall. They wear glasses and have a backpack. The text reads, "Save the Children. When kids read, their future is limitless." The Learn Without Limits logo is visible.Logos of various sponsors and media partners. National Presenting Sponsors: Dollar General Literacy Foundation, Mattel Play it Forward, Scholastic. Lead Sponsors: Penguin Random House. Supporting Sponsors: The Amy Krouse Rosenthal Foundation, Highlights, IKEA, Little Free Library, Running Kids, Thrive Market, TOMS. Media Partners: Warner Bros. Discovery.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 10/09/2026
Let’s keep kids reading! 📚✨ When children have easy access to books they’re excited to read, learning becomes fun. We’re helping make books more accessible and joyful, so every child has the chance to Learn Without Limits ➡️ bit.ly/4gzEn7m
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 09/09/2026
For many families in rural America, quality childcare isn't just hard to afford. It's hard to find. Access to quality early learning can set children up for success long before they enter a classroom. Together, we can help ensure every child has the opportunity to Learn Without Limits. ✨ 📚
Text on a lined paper background reads: "Most rural families have no childcare center within a 30 minute drive." The Save the Children Learn Without Limits is at the bottom.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 09/09/2026
Do you remember the book that made you a reader? This World Literacy Day, @nascar.com driver Erik Jones shares a favorite book from his childhood and reflects on the power of books to inspire a lifelong love of reading. 🏎️ 📖 Every child deserves the chance to Learn Without Limits.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 08/09/2026
Behind this number are children with big dreams, bright ideas, and limitless potential. ✨ By investing in literacy and learning opportunities, we can help remove barriers and create pathways to success. Let's help all children Learn Without Limits.
The image shows an infographic by Save the Children with the text "Nearly 1 in 5 rural children live in poverty." It includes a visual of five figures, with one figure colored red to represent the statistic. The top right corner displays the Save the Children Learn Without Limits logo.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 08/09/2026
NEWS: Save the Children Launches 'Learn Without Limits' to Close Rural #Literacy Gaps, Help Every Child Read by Grade Three Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4iXfUKu
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Save the Children Launches 'Learn Without Limits' to Close Rural #Literacy Gaps, Help Every Child Read by Grade Three"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 08/09/2026
Every child deserves the opportunity to learn and thrive. Tomorrow, Save the Children launches a major new initiative to break down barriers for millions of kids who lack access to the educational resources they need. Find out tomorrow how you can help them succeed on our Day of Action and Giving!
An image of a child reading a book with text that reads "A Launch to Lift the Limits" and the Learn Without Limits logo.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 07/09/2026
NEWS: For the Second Time in a Month, a Mass Funeral for Children Has Been Held in #Gaza Read the full Press Release: bit.ly/4dmGitG
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "For the Second Time in a Month, a Mass Funeral for Children Has Been Held in Gaza"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 06/09/2026
Today on #ReadABookDay, remember that three simple steps can make a difference in a child's life: READ to a child for 10 minutes. SHARE your favorite book or story. GIVE to help children access the resources they need to thrive. Together, we can help all children Learn Without Limits.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 04/09/2026
A new chapter begins September 8. 📚 Are you ready to Learn Without Limits?
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 02/09/2026
A child's zip code should never determine their future. Yet in many rural communities, children face barriers to learning long before they enter a classroom. Together, we can change that.
A chalkboard displays the message "The student dropout rate is 1.5 times higher in rural high schools." The Save the Children Learn Without Limits logo is in the bottom right corner.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 01/09/2026
In the wake of the devastating flash floods in #Nepal, Save the Children is supporting affected children and families with emergency assistance and relief supplies. Recovery is underway, and we're continuing to work with communities as they rebuild.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 01/09/2026
NEWS: First-Ever National Rural Child Well-Being Database, Report Reveal Opportunity Gaps for Rural America’s Kids Read the full press release: bit.ly/4yeDsz4
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "First-Ever National Rural Child Well-Being Database, Report Reveal Opportunity Gaps for Rural America’s Kids"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 31/08/2026
NEWS: Children at Risk of Disease as Families Struggle to Access Clean Water in #Nepal Read the full press release: bit.ly/45ZUoNL
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Children at Risk of Disease as Families Struggle to Access Clean Water in Nepal"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 31/08/2026
For children in rural communities, falling behind in reading can make it harder to keep up in school and reach their full potential. That’s why we're working to help every child become a confident reader by third grade! Because every child deserves the opportunity to Learn Without Limits. ✨
Lined paper background with text stating, "Rural elementary and middle school students are half a year behind their non-rural peers in reading." A logo for "Save the Children" and "Learn Without Limits" is at the bottom.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 30/08/2026
NEWS: Overcrowded Shelters after #Nepal Floods Put Children’s Health and Safety at Risk Read the full press release: bit.ly/3SzikEE
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Overcrowded Shelters after #Nepal Floods Put Children’s Health and Safety at Risk"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 28/08/2026
NEWS: Schoolchildren Reunited with Families After Being Stranded by Flooding in #Nepal Read the full press release: bit.ly/4cf3nOy
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Schoolchildren Reunited with Families After Being Stranded by Flooding in Nepal"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 28/08/2026
This week, we lost a global icon with the passing of Dolly Parton. Through her Imagination Library, she placed more than 330 million free books directly into the hands of children under five. Our hearts are heavy, but her light will forever shine through the millions of young minds she inspired.
A picture of Dolly Parton standing in front of a children's book display. Photo courtesy of Imagination Library.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 27/08/2026
Reading opens doors to a lifetime of opportunity. That's why our vision is simple but ambitious: all kids reading by grade 3. When children read proficiently, they're more likely to succeed in school and beyond. Join us in helping kids Learn Without Limits.
Bold black and red text on lined notebook paper. The text reads: "Kids who are not proficient readers by 3rd grade are 4x more likely to drop out of school." The Save the Children Learn Without Limits logo is in the bottom right corner.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 27/08/2026
NEWS: Rescuers Race to Find Flood Survivors in #Nepal with Areas Still Cut Off Read the full press release: bit.ly/4gVY8pC
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Rescuers Race to Find Flood Survivors in Nepal with Areas Still Cut Off"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 26/08/2026
For more than 100 years, we’ve been fighting for a world where every girl and every woman can thrive. From expanding access to education and healthcare to protecting girls from violence and harmful practices, the fight for equality doesn’t stop. #WomensEqualityDay
A young girl wearing boxing gloves and a headscarf poses in a fighting stance. Text reads, "Battling for women and girls since 1919." The Save the Children logo is visible.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 25/08/2026
NEWS: 35% of Rohingya Refugees in #Bangladesh Face ‘Crisis' or ‘Emergency’ Hunger as Conditions for Children Worsen Read the full press release: bit.ly/4gB0A3z
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "35% of Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh Face Hunger Crisis, Threatening Children"
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 24/08/2026
By age 10, reading becomes the foundation for nearly all future learning. Together, we can help children gain the literacy skills they need to thrive today and for years to come. Because every child deserves the chance to Learn Without Limits.
A text on a crumpled paper background reads: "By their 10th birthday, 2 in 3 kids can't read at grade level." The "Save the Children" logo and "Learn Without Limits" are at the bottom right.
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 22/08/2026
Earlier this month, a drone strike damaged a Save the Children warehouse in #Ukraine storing critical humanitarian supplies. Attacks like these are a stark reminder of the reality children in Ukraine continue to face every day. Your support can help us those who need it most. ❤️
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Save the Children US @savethechildren.org · 21/08/2026
NEWS: 180 Children Have Lost Both Caregivers 100 Days Into DR Congo #Ebola Outbreak Read more: bit.ly/3U51Rsd
Save the Children 'Press Release' banner, with the Save the Children logo at the top and the website 'SavetheChildren.org' at the bottom. Text reads: "Ebola in DR Congo: 180 Children Have Lost Both Caregivers 100 Days Into Outbreak."
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