A look at the work of UNICEF and the important global issues it tackles. UNICEF deals with a range of global issues, from the effects of war, poverty, disease and malnutrition to education and the rights of women. This book examines the implementation and impact of several UNICEF campaigns. It assesses how successful the organization has been in its aim to save and protect the world's children from the forces that threaten their survival and the quality of their lives.

Author Biography

Since teaching English to primary and secondary children in West Africa, Steven Maddocks has written articles for children's encyclopedias, and books on current issues. The consultant, Robert D. Smith, was the executive director of UNICEF UK from 1980-1999. He has been the Hon. Treasurer of the Children's Rights Alliance for England since its foundation in 1992.