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We will never give up on children living through conflict. 🖤

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
If you’ve heard the call and are ready to get involved, please sign up to part of Team War Child today: www.warchild.org.uk/join-jingle-... Let’s show the world the power of gaming! 4/4
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Fundraise for War Child this Jingle Jam!
Jingle Jam is the world’s biggest charity gaming event, which has raised over £30m for charity through its annual December live streams.
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
This year in particular, your support is key. Children in the Middle East are suffering from escalating violence. Since March, 308,000 children have been displaced, and over 1 million children need support. Together, we can help protect, educate, and stand up for their rights. 3/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Don’t underestimate the impact you can make. Just last year, the @jinglejam.co.uk community raised a record-breaking £478,000 for War Child, showing the incredible power of gaming and communities. 2/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
It’s that time of the year (well…almost). @jinglejam.co.uk is back, and we’re proud to be partnering with them for another year! Content creators and gamers, this is your opportunity to use your platform and skills to make a difference for children affected by war. 1/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
War Child is demanding immediate action to protect children and civilians in Yemen, uphold International Humanitarian Law and urgently increase and sustain funding for the protection, education and mental health services children need. 4/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
War Child and our local partner, Benaa Charity for Human Development are responding to the urgent needs of affected children and families, providing lifesaving items and support for their wellbeing and protection, as well as helping them access essential services. 3/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
But the danger facing children extends beyond the immediate fighting. More children were killed by landmines and unexploded weapons in the first six months of 2026 than in the whole of 2025, showing how dangerous daily life has become for children. 2/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
After 11 years of conflict, children in Yemen are once again facing some of the deadliest fighting in years. Renewed clashes in the west of the country have already displaced 1,790 households, forcing 18,500 people from their homes in just 72 hours. 1/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Ongoing violence and instability has a profound impact on children’s safety, wellbeing and mental health. Whilst more action is needed, this is a important shift in the UK's approach to the protection of children. 2/2
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
War Child UK welcomes the Foreign Secretary’s announcement to ban trade with illegal settlements in the West Bank as a positive step towards strengthening the UK’s compliance with international law and protecting children from harm. 1/2
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Jonathan Glazer’s new film ‘Joy Of Joys’ - filmed during the creation of War Child Records' Mercury Prize nominated ‘HELP(2)’ - will have its UK Premiere at this year’s BFI London Film Festival in October. Find out more: bit.ly/4gWqnUc
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Across the Middle East, 52 million children have had their education disrupted by war in the past six months. As children elsewhere prepare to return to school, millions face another year without safe, consistent learning. Every child has the right to an education. Read more: bit.ly/4wUzMS8
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At least 52 million school age children across the Middle East have had their education disrupted over the last six months.
While millions of children around the world prepare to return to school, millions more across the Middle East are being denied something every child has a right to: an education.
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Children living through war need people who help them feel safe, protect them from harm and support their healing. Humanitarian workers make that possible. But they increasingly face the same dangers as those they support. Humanitarian workers need protection too: bit.ly/4ihZa0c
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World Humanitarian Day 2026: When we protect humanitarians, we protect children.
Humanitarian workers stand beside children through conflict but protecting those who serve others is essential to protecting the children and communities who depend on them.
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
The War Child presents Secret 7” auction is live! Bid now: bit.ly/4zmewqC 7 musicians. 7 tracks. 700 unique records. Countless lives changed. 📆 Auction ends 2 September All funds raised will go to War Child's work with children affected by conflict.
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Today marks five years since the change in power in Afghanistan. Five years on, the world’s attention may have moved on, but for millions of children, the crises continue. And survival cannot be the finishing line. Find out more: bit.ly/460RiJf
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Five years after the change of power, survival cannot be the finishing line for Afghanistan’s children
15 August marks five years since the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan took power. Five years on, children across Afghanistan are still living through overlapping crises, threats to their safety and well...
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
We are assessing the situation with our local partners and looking at how we can best support children and families affected - both with their immediate needs and as they begin to recover. 4/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
For children already living with the effects of violence, displacement and other crises, a new emergency can bring further fear and uncertainty. Their safety, wellbeing and access to support must remain a priority. 3/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Our teams and local partners have worked alongside communities in the region for many years. We are relieved that our staff and partners are safe and are thinking of everyone who has lost loved ones, been injured, or is still waiting to hear from family and friends. 2/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Chocó, Colombia, early yesterday morning. We are devastated to hear that children are among those that have sadly lost their lives, and our thoughts are with all the children, families and communities affected. 1/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
3 days. That's how long 5-year-old Ariana was trapped beneath the rubble after an earthquake destroyed her home in Afghanistan. With support from the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office and our local partner, she's now getting the care she needs. Read her story: bit.ly/3UgQb5r
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Ariana's Story
Trapped beneath the rubble for three days after the Afghanistan earthquake.
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Many children affected by Ebola will never catch the virus. But they'll still live with its consequences. For children already living through conflict, the impact can be even greater. Find out how War Child is responding: bit.ly/4yP2JAX
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Ebola is putting millions of children at risk
Children face not only the threat of disease, but fear, disruption and trauma.
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗣(𝟮) has been shortlisted for the 2026 Mercury Prize! The recognition comes as violence continues to escalate around the world. Every stream, share and purchase helps War Child reach more children with the support they urgently need. 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/4vQLQTH
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HELP(2) shortlisted for the 2026 Mercury Prize
HELP(2), the collaborative album created in support of War Child UK, has been shortlisted for the 2026 Mercury Prize Album of the Year.
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Thank you for making War Child part of your Magic Con weekend. We're incredibly grateful for your support and everyone who made the fundraiser possible ❤️
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Too many people still haven't heard what's happening in El Obeid. 📢 Share this thread and add your voice to the call for the protection of children and safe, unimpeded humanitarian access. The more people paying attention, the harder it is to ignore. 4/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Children and families have already endured unimaginable violence, leaving deep psychological scars. They shouldn't have to experience this again. Governments and all parties to the conflict must protect children and allow humanitarian aid to safely reach those in need. 3/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Since the conflict began, El Obeid has received a massive influx of displaced people, many of them children. The UN now warns that up to 500,000 people could face large-scale atrocities and be forced to flee again if the situation escalates further. 2/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Right now, children in El Obeid, Sudan, are facing a rapidly worsening crisis. As violence intensifies, tens of thousands of displaced children are at risk while essentials like food, water and fuel become increasingly scarce. 1/4
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Every young person deserves the chance to learn and build the future they choose. But conflict puts that future out of reach for millions. This World Youth Skills Day, discover how vocational training is helping young people rebuild their futures: bit.ly/3RCVLhFF
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From dreams to determination: Khatera and Habiba's story
On World Youth Skills Day, discover how vocational training is helping young people in Afghanistan continue learning and build brighter futures.
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Together, in 2025, we reached 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝟭 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀, including 𝟲𝟲𝟯,𝟵𝟳𝟭 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 directly affected by conflict. Read our 2025 Annual Report to learn more about the impact of our work and how we can continue to be there for children living through war: bit.ly/3QG4Kyn
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Annual report 2025
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, we’re very proud to have reached more than one million children and family members in 2025 with the support they needed to stay safe, continue th...
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
🔗 Add your name to our petition and call on the UK Government to do everything in its power to protect children now and support their long-term recovery: bit.ly/4eTxADb Because every child deserves more than survival. Every child deserves a future. 3/3
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War Child Gaza Petition 3 - Owned
Kier Starmer must do everything he can to end the nightmare for Gaza’s children. Sign your name now.
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Through War Child and our local partners, Salma and thousands of other children in Gaza are accessing mental health support, learning opportunities, and safe places to play, heal and simply be children again. But humanitarian organisations cannot do this alone. 2/3
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
After 1,000 days of war, Gaza's humanitarian crisis is far from over. Children continue to face violence, displacement, hunger and the lasting impact of trauma. Children like Salma, age 11, who has lost her home, her siblings, and witnessed horrors no child should ever see: bit.ly/3SGHYHc 1/3
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"Who can I play with, Papa?"
After 1,000 days of war, childhood in Gaza has been transformed by loss, displacement and survival. Salma's story reflects the reality facing a generation of children growing up in conflict.
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
For 1,000 days in Gaza, the fight to keep children alive begins before they are even born. This is the voice of Shatha, a mother in Gaza. The world can't keep looking away. 📢 Sign our petition to call on the UK Government to help end the nightmare for Gaza's children: bit.ly/4eTxADb
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
We're so excited to be returning as a @jinglejam.co.uk Strategic Partner! At the heart of Jingle Jam is a community that shows the power of people coming together for a shared cause. Year after year, Jingle Jam supporters stand with children affected by conflict. Find out more: bit.ly/4v7cfxb
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Whether it's a child learning through Can't Wait to Learn in countries including Ukraine, Lebanon and Uganda, or a supporter gaming for good, play creates opportunities to learn, heal and connect. Find out more about Can't Wait to Learn Ukraine at bit.ly/4uNtmmR 6/6
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Built with Ukraine for Ukraine: The Next Chapter for Can’t Wait to Learn.
On International Day of Play, we're celebrating Can't Wait to Learn Ukraine. The Ukrainian version of our game-based learning platform is now owned by the Ukrainian government and part of the country'...
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
At War Child, we see the power of play every day. It's why we support children's education and mental health through play-based programmes, and why we bring gaming communities together to help raise funds to support our vital work. 5/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
As War Child game developer Vlodymyr says: "They are having fun, they are learning, and they are forgetting about the war completely." 4/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Last month, Can't Wait to Learn Ukraine was handed over to the Government of Ukraine, formally becoming part of the national education system and helping ensure children can access learning for years to come. 3/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Through games, stories and interactive activities, children build language and maths skills wherever they are - in the classroom, at home or finding safety in bomb shelters. Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Can't Wait to Learn app has been downloaded more than 250,000 times. 2/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
This International Day of Play, we're celebrating Can't Wait to Learn Ukraine - War Child's tablet and mobile phone learning programme that helps children keep learning despite the war. 1/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
🐉 We're giving one lucky bidder and their guest the chance to attend the official UK premiere of #HouseoftheDragon Series 3 and meet #OliviaCooke in person! ❤️ Every bid helps support children living through war: bit.ly/4vnu5vw Auction closes 3 June, 9pm BST
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Meet and Greet with Olivia Cooke at the House of the Dragon Premiere - Win Exclusive Prizes with War Child's 2026 Spring Clean Campaign
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Schools, hospitals, shelters, homes, and the routes families use to escape danger must be protected. All parties to the conflict must do everything possible to keep children safe. 6/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
War Child and our partners continue to provide emergency support, mental health and social care, and child protection for children and families across Lebanon. But what children need most is for the violence to stop. 5/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Overcrowded shelters increase the risk of illness, abuse, and exploitation, particularly for girls. And when children lose months or years of education and support, the consequences can follow them long into adulthood. 4/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Children are physically more vulnerable - their bodies are less resilient to injury, food insecurity, and disease. Displacement disrupts schooling and the stability children need to grow and develop. Many children have witnessed violence - experiences that can cause lasting psychological harm. 3/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
More than 44,800 children are currently living in temporary shelters, with a further 340,000 children living with family and friends, in cars, bombed out or abandoned buildings, or even on the streets. But the impact on children goes far beyond the numbers. 2/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Three months on, children in Lebanon are still living through the devastating impact of war. Despite the ceasefire, attacks have intensified. 1/6
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
War Child supported children & young people from Colombia, South Sudan & Uganda to speak directly to decision makers about the issues that matter most to them, helping shape the UN Human Rights Council resolution “Realising the rights of the child affected by armed conflict”: bit.ly/4tzbzPu
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
The more times you enter, the more chances you have to win, and every entry helps support our work to protect, educate, and stand up for children caught up in conflict around the world: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/festivals-un... 📸 Khali Ackford, Patrick Gunning, Sandra Ebert 3/3
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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
More than 20 incredible music and arts festivals have joined forces to support children affected by conflict - and this is your final chance to be there this summer. Donate just £10 via @crowdfunder.bsky.social to enter the prize draw for a pair of tickets to the festival of your choice. 2/3
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