The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has warned that rising poverty, conflicts, climate crises and cuts to funding for essential services and humanitarian assistance are threatening children’s lives and futures.

In a post on its X account on Sunday, November 15, the agency said that the continuation of these challenges deprives children of the opportunity to achieve a better future.

UNICEF stressed that the deprivation and threats facing children must come to an end, and that their rights must be protected through practical action and necessary investment.

The agency also emphasized the need for continued attention to children’s rights and ensuring access to the services and resources they need.

UNICEF’s warning comes as poverty, armed conflicts, climate change and funding shortages continue to undermine access to education, healthcare, nutrition and essential support for millions of children worldwide.