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A Community Lifeline Revived
Mahama II Health Centre has revolutionised maternal and newborn care at Rwanda’s largest refugee camp.
Seven Years of the Two Child Limit
It has now been seven years since the introduction of two-child limit, or Sibling Tax. This policy is one of the main drivers of rising child poverty in the country.
Shining a Light on the Inequalities Faced by Single Parent Families
This Single Parents' Day, Save the Children is highlighting the inequalities they face in Government funded childcare. Find out more.
A Spring Statement full of holes
Dan Paskins, director of UK Impact at Save the Children UK, reflects on the Chancellor's Spring Statement and what it means for children and families living in poverty
New Year, New Opportunities: How the UK Can Lead in Preventing Future Zambia-like Debt Crises
Hear from Diana how the UK can seize a pivotal opportunity to address global debt crises by enacting legislation to ensure private creditors offer comparable relief.
Underlining the value of the Early Years
Fiona King, Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager at Save Scotland makes the case for focusing policy, practice and resource on the youngest children.
Child lock what the UK government can do to secure children’s futures1
Meghan Meek - O'Connor, Senior Policy advisor, sets out why we need a Child Lock - a 'double lock' spending on children's social security entitlements
Child lock what the UK government can do to secure children’s futures
Meghan Meek - O'Connor, Senior Policy advisor, sets out why we need a Child Lock - a 'double lock' spending on children's social security entitlements.
Children shouldn’t miss out this Christmas due to the cost of living crisis
Children shouldn’t have to bear the burden of the cost of living crisis. Yet we’re hearing from parents and our partners in Wales how difficult things are for them.
Why we can’t wait for progress on closing the attainment gap
Fiona King, Snr Policy and Public Affairs Manager at Save the Children looks at the latest attainment gap figures in Scotland.
A look back at 2023
A look back at some of the amazing achievements made possible for children every minute, every day, all around the world.
Changing the story about child poverty in Scotland
At Save the Children, we are working with the Joseph Rowntree Foundation to change the story about child poverty in Scotland.
Parents voices need to shape the next steps on early child development in Scotland
We outline findings of new research which highlights Scottish parents’ experiences and views on supporting their babies early development and learning.
How UK government should tackle child poverty at Autumn Statement 2023
There are three key ways the UK government can tackle child poverty at this month's Autumn Statement.
From one mother to another
Taking action: How we can help support mothers, caregivers and families in the best way through the challenges they face
Our Bettws Annual Report - Early Learning Community
A look back at what was achieved as part of the Bettws Early Learning Community in Newport over the past year and where we go from here.
Why we need to talk about Lebanon
Lebanon is facing multiple shocks and long-standing challenges. Our Director of Partnerships and Philanthropy explains why, and how you can help.
UNGA 2023: Will the UK be in ‘The Room Where It Happens’?
Save the Children calls on Rishi Sunak to show up to the UN General Assembly to make progress on key reforms both on the global stage and at home.
Data for Action
Exploring the potential for integrated and granular data in improving SDG implementation in the era of polycrisis.
Scrapping the two-child limit is the most cost-effective way of reducing child poverty
Not only is scrapping the two-child limit the most cost-effective way to reduce child poverty but it would lift 250,000 children out of poverty.
Money Talks but the Paris Summit Whispered
The Paris Summit raised awareness and momentum but fell short on tangible outcomes
Why NOW is the time to act on child poverty in Scotland
Fiona King looks at the Scottish Government’s latest report on how they are delivering on a commitment to drive down child poverty.
Child Poverty 'Tipping the Scales' in Scotland
Bolder action is needed to drive down poverty and invest in all families being financially secure.
Paris financing summit must deliver for children
Key principles and deliverables for putting children's rights at the centre of the Paris Financing Summit in June 2023
Welcome to Quiche!
Quiche, Guatemala is a beautiful region, but poverty, climate change and lack of healthcare can make it a tough area to grow up. Find out about our work in Quiche.
What’s next for childcare?
What next for childcare after the UK's latest budget announcements?
World Book Day and the magic of Wonderbooks
How Wonderbooks can help your kids make sense of the world around them
On the search for a new President of the World Bank
Commitment to children's rights must be top of the list of selection criteria for the new World Bank President.
A cost of living crisis diary from north-east England
Sophia*, 28, from Wallsend, North Tyneside, is a mum-of-two and is on Universal Credit. She kept a diary on how the cost of living crisis has impacted her family.
Parents pause and play with their children
Ruth McDonald, Practice Development Advisor for Save the Children Cymru talks about a project enabling parents to pause and play with children to help their development
How to make sure everyone feels included on Christmas Jumper Day
Top tips for your school on Christmas Jumper Day
Help us build a new narrative around child poverty
We've been doing research to better understand how key swing audiences understand child poverty, and how to help foster more empathy for families on low incomes.
Hope in the face of crisis
Insights from our conversations with 54,500 children on climate change and inequality, and how global leaders should act on them.
The undeniable link between poverty and the climate emergency
Poverty and the climate emergency are two sides of the same coin, that can and need to be addressed together.
All Eyes on Scotland's Emergency Budget
Suzi Murning looks at what policies the Scottish Government should announce as part of the Emergency Budget Review to protect children living in poverty.
Real Life Stories: Listening to Parents to Challenge Poverty
Challenge Poverty Week 2022: Listening to parents real life experience of poverty in the UK, and using these to take action.
Cost of living crisis hitting low-income families hardest
How children living in the grip of poverty are suffering the most in Scotland's Cost of Living Crisis.
Hunger what's really happening in east africa...
George Mutwiri, Save the Children’s Head of Nutrition, gives an exclusive topical briefing on our work to tackle malnutrition in east Africa.
Child Poverty in Scotland: What the Numbers Tell Us
Suzi Murning, Save the Children’s Policy and Advocacy Adviser in Scotland, looks at the latest figures on child poverty and what needs to happen now.
Three easy ways to help children in East Africa
We all have the power to affect change. Let's use that power to take action for the 1.7 million children suffering from extreme hunger in East Africa.
Child poverty is about more than going without essentials
Child poverty is about more than going without essentials
Are We Delivering For Families?
Fiona King, Snr Policy and Public Affairs Manager at Save the Children, outlines findings of a new report into child poverty in Scotland with partners JRF.
Bettws born and bred
Kerstin Nott is a Save the Children Project Officer for the Bettws Early Learning Community based in Newport.
Wonderbooks - teaching kids about the world through books
Wonderbooks help parents and caregivers talk to kids about the issues facing real life kids around the world - helping them learn about big topics facing children.
How do I know which developing world orphanage is right for me?
We answer the big questions for our supporters.
How to support refugees from Ukraine
5 practical actions that you could consider taking here in the UK to respond to the ongoing situation with refugees from Ukraine.
The situation in Afghanistan
Afghanistan six months on: The situation and how we are helping mitigate child labour.
6 months on in Afghanistan
The stories behind the photographs by world-renowned photographer Jim Hoylebroek highlighting the human tragedy unfolding in Afghanistan.
What is 'The Tightrope'?
The Tightrope is inspired by real people living across the UK, striving to do their best by their families.
'Scrounger': the stigma of living with poverty as a parent
Read Michelle's story of what it is like living with poverty and the stigma she faced, even from her own family.
Why doubling the Scottish child payment can't happen soon enough
No parent in Scotland should be going hungry to feed their child. This budget comes at a critical time for delivering on child poverty ambitions.
Why the Autumn Budget must be the first step on the road to investing in children's futures
In last week’s Budget, the Chancellor announced a set of measures for working families. This is good news - but families still face a difficult winter.
Measure fiscal equity
Our session at the UN World Data shed light on the data we need to better understand how fair public finance decisions are for children and their families.
how universal credit helps working families
Tasha, a working mum of four, talks about the positive impact of universal credit and the danger of losing this essential lifeline.
Making a difference in tackling malnutrition
How the Global Malnutrition Initiative is working to make a difference in the way the world tackles malnutrition.
Tackling child poverty in northern ireland
Upfront childcare costs push families into debt, are a needless barrier to support, and disproportionately affect mums. We're campaigning to tackle this across the UK.
Dropped Into A Cave
Scottish families living on low incomes share how the pandemic affected their lives, children and income.
Tomorrow is now: 2020 Annual Report
Today, we publish our 2020 Annual Report and I’m incredibly proud of what my colleagues have achieved over the past year, through resilience, solidarity, and teamwork.
Protecting Children In Mali
A look at UK involvement in a large UN peacekeeping mission as well, and how it relates to Save the Children UK's work around protecting children in conflict.
Africa Climate Crisis Insurance
Climate disasters are happening three times more often now than 50 years ago. This new normal demands new solutions – and insurance could be the answer.
One year of lockdown
Today, 23rd March 2021, marks exactly a year since the UK first went into lockdown.
International Women’s Day: Why the UK government must support single mothers
This International Women's Day, the UK government must do more to support single mothers struggling on a low income.
2021: Optimism and Change
For those of us who believe in child rights and universal rights more widely, this is a time to demonstrate that human solidarity can make a difference.
The £20 a week uplift is the foundation of hope for children
Michelle, a parent on legacy benefits, gives evidence to Parliament about her experience of not receiving the £20-a-week uplift
Global Britain?
Why a £4bn cut to UK aid leaves little room to advance investments in children.
Why government must keep lifeline
As we approach the cold winter months many families with children are facing uncertain times. The Government must act now to keep the £20 increase to benefits.
Every child counts
Data on inequalities is extremely important for accountability to children. Our analysis shows that the availability of such data is still extremely patchy.
No child should go hungry in the holidays
We're saddened by the vote on free school meals. Now's the time to work together and demand a winter plan for children.
Let’s convert unpayable debt into investments for children
The time has come for a fundamental review of debt sustainability, followed by coordinated action covering all creditors to restructure and reduce debt.
Empowering People with Lived Experience of Poverty
Parent Campaigner Michelle tells her story of how she came to use social security, and why people with lived experience are crucial in policy making.
From "Decade of Delivery” to “Lost Decade”
New analysis suggests that planned investment in children’s health, education and wellbeing in countries across the world will not be enough.
Finn, 14, asks to protect his generation from more inequality
In autumn 2020, Finn (14) discussed the global education COVID-19 response with key ministers including Baroness Sugg and Karina Gould. Here are his reflections,
'Eating out to help out’ is a distant dream for many children
The Chancellor's summer statement provides support to help people get back to work - but does nothing to help struggling families now.
reflecting on a virtual pride month
Anna Thorne, Co-chair of Save the Children UK’s LGBT+ allies network reflects on a month of virtual Pride celebrations.
Coronavirus invisible victims Children in poor households
New projections on the economic impact show an even gloomier picture: the number of children living in monetary poor households could soar between 90 to 117 million.
Building on Marcus Rashford's campaign to offer a lifeline for children
The impact of Covid-19 on families with young children is profound - alongside Marcus Rashford's campaign, now is the time to throw children in poverty a lifeline.
Government's DFID decision reduces impact of UK aid
The announcement diminishes the UK's global role, and will reduce the impact of its aid.
Lockdown life as a single parent
A single mum describes the challenges of lockdown and explains the difference £20 extra a week on Universal Credit would make for her and her daughter
Children in poor households to soar by up to 86 million due to COVID-19
Without urgent action, the number of children living in monetary poor households across low- and middle-income countries could increase by 11- 15% or 63-86m.