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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 17h

We will never give up on children living through conflict.

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

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 · 1d

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 · 1d

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 · 2d

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 · 2d

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 · 2d

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 · 13d

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 · 13d

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 · 13d

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 · 13d

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 · 21d

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 · 21d

• 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 · 21d

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 · 28d

"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 · 28d

"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 · 28d

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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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · 28d

We are so excited to announce Joy Crookes has joined the War Child family as a Music Ambassador!

From performing at BRITs Week, to supporting our Red Line For Gaza campaign, Joy has been a champion for our work to ensure a brighter future for children affected by conflict.

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · Sep 9

💿 This October, to mark its 30th anniversary, we're releasing the legendary HELP album as a limited edition 7” single boxset!

Pre-order yours now and join us in continuing the legacy that has already changed thousands of young lives: https://help.ffm.to/boxset

#HELP30 #WarChild

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · Sep 7

19,546 paper dolls. One for every child taken from Ukraine to Russia. Add your message. Demand action.

📍 The Now Building @OuternetGlobal London, 10am-5pm
✍️ Sign the petition: https://bit.ly/4m6LB2b

#ReturnEveryChild

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

⏳ Tomorrow: We stand together for Ukraine's stolen children. 19,546 children. Only 1,366 have made it back.

📍 The Now Building at Outernet London – 7 Sept, 10am-5pm

Be there.

#ReturnEveryChild

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

🚨 Tens of thousands of Ukrainian children taken since 2022. Not lost. Not forgotten. Stolen.

📍 7 Sept, The Now Building at Outernet London.
See 19,546 paper dolls, one for each child, and add your message of hope.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/460gpLM 🔗

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · Sep 5

⏰ Tickets drop for War Child presents Day of the Girl at 10am BST. Go to https://comm.tix.to/DOTG to grab yours!

Join Girli, English Teacher, Katy J Pearson + more, coming together to support girls and women caught up in conflict.

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

🚨 War Child is on the ground and responding after a powerful earthquake tore through Nangarhar Province in eastern Afghanistan on 31 August.

Please donate today. Your support can reach those who need it most and help save lives: https://bit.ly/4n3GYH0

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

🎵 War Child presents Day of the Girl is back! ✨

Join us for unforgettable nights of music with Girli, English Teacher, Katy J Pearson + very special supports, and stand with girls and women living through war.

💌 Presale sign up: https://warchild.tfaforms.net/191

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

🚨 Tens of thousands of Ukrainian children taken since 2022. Not lost. Not forgotten. Stolen.

📍 7 Sept, The Now Building at Outernet London.
See 19,546 paper dolls, one for each child, and add your message of hope.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/460gpLM 🔗

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