In 1919, British social reformer Eglantyne Jebb establishes the Save the Children International Union (SCIU) after witnessing the impact of World War I on children. This marks the beginning of organized efforts to provide aid and support to children in need.

The Declaration of the Rights of the Child was adopted in 1924, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of child rights. It laid the foundation for future international standards on child welfare and protection.

On 11 December 1946, the United Nations General Assembly established the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) through resolution 57(I). Ludwik Rajchman played a significant role in the formation of UNICEF and Maurice Pate was appointed as its first chairman.

In January 1947, the administration of the newly formed United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) began its operations to provide essential support to children in need.

UNICEF extends aid to 500,000 displaced Palestinian children, showcasing the organization's commitment to helping vulnerable populations.

The United Nations reviews UNICEF's charter, acknowledging the organization's successful efforts in Europe, Japan, Latin America, and Asia. The General Assembly unanimously votes to extend UNICEF's charter for another three years.

In 1952, UNICEF started raising funds independently by selling greeting cards. This initiative marked the beginning of a new fundraising approach for the organization.

In October 1953, the United Nations General Assembly extends UNICEF’s mandate indefinitely to assist vulnerable children. UNICEF, as a UN agency with a distinct mandate, develops its own visual identity.

In 1954, American actor Danny Kaye was appointed as UNICEF's Ambassador at Large. He produced a film called Assignment Children, which highlighted UNICEF's work in Asia and reached an audience of over 100 million people.

Spurgeon M. Keeny wrote a book called 'Half the World’s Children: A Diary of UNICEF at Work in Asia' in 1957, documenting UNICEF's activities in Asia.

In 1961, UNICEF initiated programs to assist with teacher training and provide classroom resources in newly independent nations.

During 1962, UNICEF launched 35 projects, with a significant focus on Africa, to offer medical aid to over a million lepers, including many women and children.

On December 10, 1965, UNICEF's Executive Director Henry R. Labouisse accepted the gold Nobel medal and scroll on behalf of UNICEF. The ceremony included key figures like Professor Robert Debré and Mrs. Adelaide Sinclair.

UNICEF delivered a Nobel Lecture on 11 December 1965, focusing on its achievements and challenges.

In 1967, a study was conducted on UNICEF's assistance policies in New York by the United Nations. The study likely focused on strategies to support children in need.

The Executive Director of UNICEF made a statement to the Third Committee of the General Assembly in December 1968 in New York. The statement likely addressed progress related to children and their well-being.

In 1970, UNICEF continues its assistance in Nigeria by providing food and medicine to those in need, especially during the aftermath of the Nigerian civil war.

UNICEF released various films for group showings in different languages including English and Spanish. The films covered diverse topics from different countries like Somalia, Hong Kong, Thailand, United Republic of Tanzania, Ceylon, Nigeria, and Latin American countries. Scheduled films for 1971 included documentaries on UNICEF, urbanization issues affecting children, and the story of a UNICEF greeting card.

UNICEF, under the leadership of Henry Richardson Labouisse, Jr., provides aid including food, medicine, and infrastructure support in India.

The universal gesture of a mother lifting up a child symbolizes the hope, security, and joy that UNICEF's work provides to parents and their children. This gesture embodies parents' energy and enthusiasm, mirroring UNICEF's optimism and dedication to achieving positive outcomes for every child.

In 1979, the United Nations General Assembly declared it as the International Year of the Child to mark the twentieth anniversary of the 1959 Declaration of the Rights of the Child. UNICEF played a leading role in this initiative.

In 1980, UNICEF launched the initiative called 'Women in Development Programme' to focus on empowering women in developing countries.

UNICEF introduced the Child Survival Revolution initiative, focusing on health monitoring, breastfeeding, immunization, and hydration. The strategy was known as GOBI-FFF, emphasizing growth monitoring, oral rehydration therapy, breastfeeding promotion, and immunization against major childhood diseases.

In 1984, UNICEF extended assistance in the form of food to regions in the Horn of Africa and Sahel. This aid was crucial in addressing food insecurity and hunger in these areas.

By 1985, UNICEF was actively involved in programs across 118 countries, catering to a child population under 16 years of age estimated at around 104 billion. This widespread cooperation aimed at improving the well-being of children worldwide.

In 1986, UNICEF changed its logo to Futura bold typeface and the color to PMS Reflex Blue to coincide with the organization's 40th anniversary. This change was accompanied by the release of The Identification Graphic Standards Manual, UNICEF's first Brand Book.

UNICEF's study titled Adjustment with a Human Face sparks a global debate on protecting children and women from the negative impacts of economic adjustments made to reduce national debt in impoverished nations.

UNICEF proposes the concept of a 'Global Summit for Children' to establish a set of legal obligations towards children through an international Convention on the Rights of the Child. Additionally, the Bamako Initiative is initiated to enhance primary health services in Africa.

The United Nations General Assembly adopts the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which becomes effective in September 1990. It quickly becomes one of the most widely accepted human rights treaties in history.

The Convention on the Rights of the Child is an international human rights treaty that sets out the civil, political, economic, social, health, and cultural rights of children. It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1989.

The World Summit for Children took place in New York, focusing on addressing issues related to children's well-being and development. It aimed to create strategies for improving the lives of young people globally.

UNICEF, in partnership with the World Health Organization, relaunched its breastfeeding campaign by certifying hospitals as 'baby-friendly' if they promoted breastfeeding. Some countries like Mexico saw significant improvements in infant mortality rates due to this program.

In 1992, the UNICEF Executive Board requested the Administration to increase recruitment from developing countries for international Professional posts, both at headquarters and field offices.

In 1994, UNICEF collaborated with UNESCO to create the innovative 'school-in-a-box', a portable kit filled with educational supplies that could be quickly deployed in emergency situations to ensure continuity of children's education.

In 1995, UNICEF executive director James P. Grant passed away and was succeeded by Carol Bellamy. Bellamy's tenure focused on key priorities such as immunization, education for all children, HIV/AIDS prevention, child protection, and early childhood programs. Under her leadership, UNICEF's resources doubled from $800 million in 1994 to over $1.8 billion in 2004.

Since 1996, UNICEF programs have been influenced by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which emphasizes the right of all children to access healthcare and rehabilitation services.

UNICEF provides assistance to child-headed households in Rwanda, where an estimated 300,000 children live in 85,000 such households, with 70 percent headed by girls.

In 1999, UNICEF received 3.2 million free doses of anti-tetanus vaccine from a supplier as part of an agreement with the Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), an equipment supplier, and a vaccine supplier.

UNICEF predicts the complete eradication of childhood polio by 2005.

The UNICEF logo was redesigned in 2001, featuring the organization's name in lower case and heavy typeface, accompanied by the 'mother and child' emblem. The design followed the minimalist Swiss Style, enhancing universal recognizability and clarity.

The chart displays Google Trends data for UNICEF from January 2004, showing the interest in the agency over time. The data includes rankings by country and a world map.

UNICEF and UNAIDS sign a partnership with the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) to fight against HIV/AIDS, emphasizing regional relationships within the Caribbean.

FC Barcelona agreed to donate €1.5 million per year to UNICEF for five years and wear the UNICEF logo on their uniforms, marking the first time a football club sponsored an organization.

Swedish club Hammarby IF joined FC Barcelona and Canada in supporting UNICEF, raising funds and displaying the UNICEF name on their sportswear.

On April 19, 2007, Grand Duchess Maria Teresa of Luxembourg was appointed as the UNICEF Eminent Advocate for Children. She has since visited Brazil, China, and Burundi in this role.

In 2008, UNICEF changed its tag line to 'Unite for Children', which was previously used for their campaigns along with 'Unite against AIDS' and 'Unite for Peace'.

In September 2009, UNAIDS, UNICEF, and the Global Fund jointly announced the Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMTCT) Initiative with the aim of eliminating mother-to-child transmission by 2015.

In May 2010, Crucell N.V. received a US$110 million award from UNICEF to supply its pentavalent pediatric vaccine Quinvaxem to the developing world. This partnership aimed to enhance access to essential vaccines for children in need.

Australian A-League club Sydney FC partnered with UNICEF to raise funds for children in the Asia-Pacific region and displayed the UNICEF logo during the 2011-12 A-League season.

In 2012, UNICEF collaborated with companies to improve their business practices in line with international law and children's rights. They developed the Children's Rights and Business Principles to guide companies in enhancing social sustainability and respecting children's rights.

In March 2013, UNICEF released a briefing paper titled “Children in Israeli military detention: observations and recommendations” to address the abuse of children in the Israeli military detention system. The paper included 38 specific recommendations to combat the ill-treatment of Palestinian children in the system.

In June 2013, Merck & Co. partnered with UNICEF to reduce maternal mortality, HIV, and tuberculosis prevalence in South Africa. Through the 'Merck for Mothers' program, they pledged US$500 million for improving health for expectant mothers and children.

Documents leaked by Edward Snowden in December 2013 revealed that UNICEF was one of the surveillance targets of British and American intelligence agencies.

In February 2014, UNICEF engaged in a dialogue with Israeli authorities following the release of the briefing paper on children in Israeli military detention. The aim was to improve the protection of children in line with international law.

In 2016, UNICEF adopted 'For Every Child' as their organization's brand strategy and incorporated it into their logo. This phrase reflects UNICEF's commitment to safeguarding the rights of children globally, with a focus on prioritizing the most vulnerable children.

UNICEF, also known as the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund, was established on this date.

The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) was established to provide emergency food and healthcare to children in countries that had been devastated by World War II.

The UNICEF agency, dedicated to improving the lives of children worldwide, was founded.

Confirmation of systematic ill-treatment of Palestinian child detainees as per a UNICEF report.

Discussion on the role of UNICEF in addressing health issues in developing countries, as highlighted in a PDF document.

Efforts to provide assistance and support to children affected by war and conflict.

UNICEF celebrated 70 years of relentless efforts to support the most vulnerable children globally.

In 2018, UNICEF assisted in the birth of 27 million babies, administered pentavalent vaccines to an estimated 65.5 million children, provided education for 12 million children, treated four million children with severe acute malnutrition, and responded to 285 humanitarian emergencies in 90 countries.

In December 2020, UNICEF provided funding to feed children in the UK for the first time through its Food Power for Generation COVID initiative, addressing the increase in food poverty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

UNICEF Ambassadors, supporters, and world leaders gathered globally to mark the 75th anniversary of UNICEF.

FC Barcelona partnered with Spotify and placed the UNHCR logo on the back of their jerseys, alongside their continued support for UNICEF.

In 2023, UNICEF requires US$23.8 million for critical humanitarian services in the State of Palestine, with only 38% of the funding received. This highlights the urgent need for support to address humanitarian crises affecting children in the region.