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

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · Jun 29

Red Line For Gaza is a movement bringing together all of our voices to end the killing and suffering of children in Gaza: redlineforgaza.org.uk

Together, we will use our voice to demand action every week. Until the UK Government acts, we will not stop.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 6h

Every child who is vulnerable, traumatised, or in need of hope will need support to process trauma, find safety, and reclaim their childhood.

And we're not going anywhere.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 6h

Our teams and partners, on the ground throughout this conflict, have supported over 100,000 children, providing protection, education, and mental health support. Our hope is that a permanent ceasefire is achieved, but rebuilding lives will take time.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 6h

As we hope this fragile peace endures, one thing remains certain: The children of Gaza are our priority; yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 6h

No child should have to endure what children in Gaza have faced.

Kieran King, our Head of Humanitarian, spoke to The Guardian about the devastating impact this war has had on children and families, and the vital work we are doing to support them:
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No family, no stability, no social fabric: the anguish of Gaza’s wounded orphans

As the number of WCNSFs – wounded child no surviving family – grows, charities struggle to find adults to look after them

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 8h

Mental health care isn’t a luxury. It’s lifesaving. Yet it receives less than 2% of all international aid funding. Children in conflict zones need more.

This #WorldMentalHealthDay we can give children the chance to heal, play, and hope again.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4n1VDSL

Millions of children in war zones need mental health support

With the right mental health support they can heal from the trauma of war.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 1d

We will help them to process their trauma, find safety and regain the right to be a child again.

We can only keep this promise to the traumatised children of Gaza with your support.

Please donate now: bit.ly/42wze8A

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 1d

Despite the terrible risks, they have supported over a 100,000 children over the last two years.

We commit to be there for every single child who is vulnerable, traumatised and in need of hope.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 1d

The War Child team and our partners have been on the ground in Gaza throughout this terrible war - working relentlessly. They are experienced, trusted and understand the needs of children and their families.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 2d

We will never give up on children living through conflict.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 2d

We can't stop speaking out.

More than 200,000 people have already signed our petition to demand the UK government does everything it can to bring an end to this conflict. Will you add your voice? 🔗 bit.ly/4jIbGV4

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War Child Gaza Petition - War Child

Keir Starmer must do everything he can to stop the bombs for good. Sign your name now.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 2d

These children should still be living their lives, in school, playing, dreaming of the future. Instead, their lives have been stolen.

Enough is enough. This nightmare must end. Children in Gaza need the bombs to stop - for good.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 2d

24 months of violence, loss, and destruction. More than 20,000 children killed. That's an entire classroom wiped out, every single day. For two years.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 4d

You can enter as many times as you like, and every entry will help War Child provide essential psychosocial care, child protection and education for children who have lost everything: bit.ly/4pVjgir

Tickets kindly provided by Lambert Jackson Productions

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Win tickets to the Spiritfarer video game concert!

Enter War Child's exclusive prize draw to win a pair of tickets for Spiritfarer: The Farewell Melodies at Cadogan Hall, London.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 4d

It costs £5 to enter, and all proceeds go directly to War Child, supporting children living through the unimaginable - war, displacement, trauma. Right now, millions of children are caught up in conflict. They need urgent protection, support, and hope.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 4d

Win tickets to the official #Spiritfarer video game concert at @cadoganhall.bsky.social, London! Experience the soundtrack brought to life by a live orchestra on 25 October.

❤️Every entry supports children affected by war: bit.ly/4pVjgir

🗓️Prize draw closes 16 October, 12PM BST

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 14d

The war may continue, but we can help these children heal. Your donation will make a life-changing difference. Thanks to two generous supporters, every donation will be doubled, up to £15,000!

Together, we can make a difference.
Find out more: bit.ly/46qvhn0

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 14d

Since 2022, War Child and our partners have been providing psychological first aid to help children in Ukraine recover from trauma, restore emotional stability, and protect against long-term psychological harm.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 14d

This appeal will shine a light on our vital work in Ukraine, where children and families are living through the devastating mental health consequences of war.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 14d

We are honoured to be the charity behind this week’s BBC Radio 4 Appeal - hosted by @claudiahammond.bsky.social, presenter of All In The Mind.

🗓️ Tune in this Sunday at 7:54 AM & 9:25 PM, or Thursday 2 October at 3:27 PM on BBC Radio 4.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 23d

The UK Government must take immediate and concrete action to ensure the children of Gaza are spared any further harm from this ongoing assault.

Read the full statement on our website: bit.ly/47IqvUc

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Leaders of major aid groups call on world leaders to intervene following UN genocide conclusion

The leaders of over 20 major aid groups in Gaza call for urgent intervention after a UN commission concluding, for the first time, that genocide is being committed.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 23d

• Safe access for humanitarian staff to move freely in Gaza.
• Accountability for the massive violations of children’s right to safety, survival, and development.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 23d

The international community must take steps to ensure the following:

• An immediate ceasefire and the end of the destruction of Gaza City.
• A complete end to the blockade of food, water, humanitarian aid, medical supplies and fuel.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 29d

"I'm extremely honoured to become one of War Child's Music Ambassadors and contribute to the organisation to the best of my ability."

🔗 You can find out more at: bit.ly/41QAOBP

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 29d

"Often, the last organisation left in a conflict zone, War Child's commitment to long-term care and support of children and the local communities that will ultimately be responsible for the children is nothing short of remarkable...

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 29d

We know that as a Music Ambassador, Joy will continue to bring vital attention to the challenges faced by children living in war zones.

Joy says: "I'm a huge believer in the work that War Child do, it's substantial, highly impactful and constantly developing and evolving...

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