War Child UK

War Child UK We will never give up on children living through conflict. 🖤 We will never give up on children affected by conflict.

At War Child we are driven by a single goal – ensuring a safe future for every child affected by war. We work in the hardest to reach places to support those who are hardest hit, to protect, educate and stand up for the rights of children, when they need us most. We work in Afghanistan, Burundi, Central African Republic, Colombia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Occupied Palestinian Territories, South Sudan, Syria, Uganda, Ukraine and Yemen.

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.

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.

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.

As War Child game developer Vlodymyr says: "They are having fun, they are learning, and they are forgetting about the war completely."

❤️ 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.

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: https://bit.ly/4xohFW1

Submissions are now closed for Secret 7” 2026! A massive thank you to everyone who submitted, we’ve been blown away by t...
09/06/2026

Submissions are now closed for Secret 7” 2026!

A massive thank you to everyone who submitted, we’ve been blown away by the creativity and range of responses to this year’s tracks.

Our team are beginning the selection process to find the 700 designs that will become this year’s Secret 7" selection.

The chosen sleeves will be exhibited at 180 Studios from 18-30 August, before being auctioned off to raise vital funds for War Child UK's work supporting children and families affected by conflict.

What happens next?
⭐️ Artists will be notified if their work has been selected
⭐️ Exhibition opens 18 August at 180 Studios, London
⭐️ Sleeves will be up for auction via Givergy, closing 2 September

Due to the volume of submissions, we’re unable to return unselected artwork.

Keep an eye on Secret 7'' for updates 👀

🐉 Walk the red carpet with Olivia Cooke. We're giving one lucky bidder and their guest the chance to attend the official...
02/06/2026

🐉 Walk the red carpet with Olivia Cooke.

We're giving one lucky bidder and their guest the chance to attend the official UK premiere of House of the Dragon Series 3 and meet Olivia Cooke in person.

A once-in-a-lifetime experience for fans of the Seven Kingdoms – and every bid helps support children living through war.

Bid now before the auction closes on 3 June at 9pm BST - https://bit.ly/4vnu5vw ❤️

A huge thank you to our incredible community of fundraisers who go above and beyond to raise awareness and vital funds f...
29/05/2026

A huge thank you to our incredible community of fundraisers who go above and beyond to raise awareness and vital funds for our work with children affected by conflict:

🎶 Carol and her team organised a night of live music, a raffle and an auction, raising £1,250! Carol shared: “I knew that I wanted to help to raise funds for children in conflict zones having personally travelled to places such as Gaza.”

⛰️ Alan hiked the seven tallest Mourne Mountains in one day in aid of War Child and raised £1,231 for our work!

🚴 Bryan cycled all the way from London to Hamburg, raising £2,941!

And a big shout out to some of our unstoppable Team War Child runners:

🏃 Mariam ran the Seville Marathon, raising £1,889.
🏃 Sophie wanted to show up for children affected by war, so she ran the Brighton Marathon and raised £2,187 for War Child!
🏃 and Charlotte ran the Manchester Marathon and raised £593.

Every one of you is helping us provide immediate aid, psychological support, education and safe spaces for some of the world’s most vulnerable children. Thank you.

Want to support children affected by conflict too? Gather your community, get creative, and get in touch at [email protected]

28/05/2026

The band have teamed up with the charity for its annual record auction, which raises money for its work helping children across the world who have been impacted by conflict

Three months on, children in Lebanon are still living through the devastating impact of war. Despite the ceasefire, atta...
28/05/2026

Three months on, children in Lebanon are still living through the devastating impact of war. Despite the ceasefire, attacks have intensified.

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.

Children are physically more vulnerable - their bodies are less resilient to injury, food insecurity, and disease. Being forced from their homes disrupts schooling, routines, and the stability children need to grow and develop. Many children have witnessed violence - experiences that can cause lasting psychological harm.

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.

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.

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.

⏳ There’s just one day left to take part in War Child’s Spring Clean - the most glamorous jumble sale of the year.An ext...
26/05/2026

⏳ There’s just one day left to take part in War Child’s Spring Clean - the most glamorous jumble sale of the year.

An extraordinary collection of prizes and experiences donated by some of the biggest names in entertainment is still up for grabs, all in support of children affected by conflict.

From signed scripts and rare memorabilia to unforgettable live music and once-in-a-lifetime experiences, this is your final opportunity to win something truly special.

⏰ All auctions and prize draws close at 9PM TOMORROW, Wednesday 27 May

🎟️ Entries start from just £10

🔗 https://bit.ly/4d0US9h

All funds raised will enable War Child to bring joy, safety, and hope back to children whose lives have been torn apart by war -helping them heal, recover, and imagine a future again.

18/05/2026

In a landmark moment, children helped shape the UN Human Rights Council resolution “Realising the rights of the child affected by armed conflict”, marking a historic step forward for the rights of children affected by war.

War Child supported children and young people from Colombia, South Sudan and Uganda to speak directly to decision makers about the issues that matter most to them, including education, mental health support and protection.

Because children should not only be protected during conflict. Their voices should help shape the response to it.

🔗 Read more about what this resolution means for children living through war at: https://bit.ly/4nz5iSG

Thank you to the creative team behind this animation for producing this powerful piece on children’s rights in conflict:

Animation and illustration: Annabelle Turner

Edits, script and sound effects: Emma Proudley

Voice actor: Amber Proudley

Together, Team War Child raised a transformative £59,152 for children living through conflict at this year's London Mara...
14/05/2026

Together, Team War Child raised a transformative £59,152 for children living through conflict at this year's London Marathon❤️

A huge thank you to everyone who ran, donated and cheered on our incredible runners! From months of training to crossing the finish line, every step taken and every pound raised will help children access the mental health support, protection and education they so desperately need and deserve.

And special shout out to Ross Stirling, our friend and Creative Ambassador, who took on the extraordinary challenge of running the marathon while carrying a fridge on his back, raising more than £25,000!

Inspired by Team War Child? Lace up your trainers, take on a challenge this summer and help stop childhoods being lost to war. Visit https://bit.ly/48YhE0q to find a challenge near you!

11/05/2026

“I missed a lot as a child. I did not have time to play. Growing up in conflict-affected communities means survival first.” - Felix, South Sudan (War Child's TeamUp Global Partnerships Coordinator)

Children who grow up surrounded by conflict can carry the effects of trauma long after the violence ends - struggling with fear, stress, isolation, and the loss of a safe, stable childhood.

This Mental Health Awareness Week, Felix shares why TeamUp - our mental health programme that uses play and movement - matters. Developed by War Child and our partners, TeamUp helps children affected by conflict feel safe and begin to heal.

“There is that friendship, there is that reconnection, there is that freedom that a child gets in TeamUp. And this is everything that matters so much.”

❤️ Over the past ten years, TeamUp has reached more than 500,000 children across 30 countries - helping children process their trauma, rebuild confidence, make friends, and feel like children again.

Today, TeamUp is being run by War Child and our partners in Colombia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Jordan, Lebanon, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Uganda and Ukraine!

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we're celebrating the power of play in helping children recover from the lasting impact of war. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4d3H3Z1

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